We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Commercial Manager to join STRABAG UK’s growing Water sector, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK.
About us:
STRABAG is a leading European‑based technology group for construction services, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across infrastructure, building, and civil engineering projects.
In the UK STRABAG UK is investing in the water sector to build a long‑term, market‑leading presence. Through the development of a skilled and growing water team, supported by innovation and global expertise, the business is committed to delivering value, certainty, and successful outcomes for its clients and supply‑chain partners.
Working at the forefront of critical infrastructure delivery, you will partner with operational teams, clients, and supply chain stakeholders to manage risk, maximise commercial opportunities, and uphold the highest standards of governance and compliance. The role demands a proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to influence at all levels while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and sustainable outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing and expanding STRABAG UK’s presence in the Water sector, contributing to essential projects that support communities and protect vital resources nationwide.
Requirements:
- Efficiently manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders.
- Lead the commercial function across a portfolio of water sector projects, ensuring consistent delivery of commercial objectives
- Set the structure, roles, responsibilities and competencies required to deliver the commercial management services efficiently and to a consistent high standard.
- Build a high performing team (manage the development of personal plans, establishment of objectives/targets for all direct reports and monitor on an ongoing basis).
- Plan and implement structured development and training of Commercial Practitioners including supervisor / mentor / counsellor role for staff undertaking their APC or equivalent.
- Promote a culture of contractual & commercial awareness within their portfolio of work.
- Ensure the commercial team adheres to group procedures and governance.
- Develop and implement a clear commercial strategy.
- Ensure that a review of all of the contractual obligations and commercial risks is carried out.
- Provide assurance that the Commercial Practitioners administer the contracts correctly in a timely and professional manner through regular planned meetings to review contract administration, change control and operation of contract payment mechanisms.
- Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans for all projects.
- Identify, mitigate and manage risk & opportunities for the portfolio of work.
- Work with the Strabag contract services team to resolve all disputes.
- Identification of all potential recoveries from insurance policies for the business, and liaison with the Insurance department to prosecute entitlement.
- Active management of the work winning process, allocation of resource to commercial elements, liaison with the pre-contract commercial resource. Attend the required reviews with the Executive Team to explain the portfolio’s current and planned performance.
- Ensure contract conditions are negotiated within the any key risk parameters set by Group Legal prior to contract execution. Ensure compliance with year-end audit requirements.
- Ensure the portfolio achieves the annual Objectives & Targets.
- In conjunction with the Director, set the annual business plan, and create the strategy to achieve the elements therein.
- Maintain a schedule of Client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback, alignment and future pipeline of work.
- Become the “face of Strabag” for external engagement at industry events.
- To share all appropriate information within the Group where different business units are carrying out projects for the same Client to enable the Strabag approach/relationship with Clients.
- Participate in preparation, development and implementation of new group commercial procedures.
- To carry out commercial audits on other areas of the business as and when required.
- Contribute to Functional leadership, bringing best practice into the business, involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives.
What matters to us:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
- Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.
- In-depth understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management best practices
- Commercially astute with substantial proven experience within a commercial role in the Water Industry.
- Expert knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
- Understanding of programming techniques and project controls.
- Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing and developing high‑performing teams
What you stand to gain:
- Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK infrastructure projects.
- Collaborative and innovative working environment.
- Professional development and career progression.
- Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 10% pension and 25 days holiday
- We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our “People. Planet. Progress.” strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.
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