Location: Manchester (National role with regular travel across sites, Doncaster, London, and other locations) Please note this position is full time office working and not a hybrid position
Salary: £90,000 + Car and Package (Permanent) / £500-600 per day (Contract)
Company Overview:
A well-established SME tier-2 contractor in the rail sector, with a turnover of £85-90 million. With seven divisions in the company, They offer a diverse, supportive, and close-knit team environment. They have a strong work ethic and value individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, varied role. The company is committed to delivering quality projects while maintaining a collaborative and team-focused culture.
Role Overview:
As the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for driving the commercial performance of the company's portfolio. You will manage a small team (5-6 people, from QS to SQS) and oversee 3-5 projects, while also taking responsibility for the performance and profitability of these contracts. This is a varied role where you will manage tenders, risks, cost impacts, and changes across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with NEC3/4 Option A contracts, and a good understanding of project delivery, programme controls, and planning.
Key Responsibilities:
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Commercial Management
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Oversee a portfolio of contracts, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
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Manage 3-5 projects at a time, providing strategic commercial support to your team (QS/SQS) and project delivery teams.
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Achieve tender margin targets and actively pursue opportunities to improve profitability across projects.
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Identify and manage risks and opportunities within contracts, ensuring that commercial objectives are met while maintaining strong client relationships.
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Oversee change management and variations, ensuring that costs are accurately captured and appropriately integrated into project plans.
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Team Leadership: Lead a small team of 5-6 professionals, from QS to SQS, providing guidance, mentorship, and ongoing support.
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Foster a positive, collaborative working environment that aligns with the ethos of the team.
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Drive team performance and ensure alignment with both individual and company goals, working closely with other divisions to integrate with planning and project delivery.
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Client and Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain amicable yet commercially focused relationships with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers.
