Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Major Infrastructure Programme – Warrington – £75,000 – £85,000 – Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to play a key role in the delivery of a major, long-term infrastructure and engineering programme. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation at the forefront of delivering large-scale capital projects, where you will take ownership of complex procurement and commercial activities across high-value engineering and construction contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and commercial activities throughout the contract lifecycle, from strategy development through to contract award and supplier mobilisation.
• Develop sourcing, packaging and commercial strategies for complex construction and engineering works.
• Manage high-value procurement exercises and contract negotiations.
• Oversee the development of tender documentation, pricing models, evaluation frameworks and contract documentation.
• Support business case development, approvals processes and commercial governance activities.
• Work closely with project, technical, finance and legal stakeholders to ensure successful commercial delivery.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, consultants and contractors.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor/Commercial role within construction, engineering, infrastructure or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, including drafting, negotiation and administration.
• Experience managing high-value procurement and commercial activities.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work within structured governance and approval frameworks.

Desirable

• Experience within regulated industries, major capital projects, energy, nuclear or critical infrastructure programmes.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and frameworks.
• Experience supporting business case development and investment approvals.

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive salary of £75,000 – £85,000.
• Permanent position with long-term career prospects.
• Opportunity to work on major nationally significant infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Warrington-based role with hybrid working opportunities.

Commercial Manager – Major Infrastructure Programme – Warrington – £75,000 – £85,000 – Permanent

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