Senior Rail Commercial Manager. Job in Cardiff Move Collective Jobs

Are you an experienced Rail Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager with a focus on stations and multi‑disciplined rail schemes? Do you have experience working for the main contractor?

Location: Cardiff, South Wales (3 days per week on‑site)

Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35 preferred, but candidates must provide both inside and outside IR35 rates upfront)

IR35 determination: TBC – Contract length: Initial 9 months with likely extensions

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial management of rail station construction projects, ensuring budgets and contracts are efficiently handled.
• Manage the negotiation and implementation of contracts, ensuring compliance with rail industry standards and client specifications.
• Monitor project progress, finances, and risks, providing regular updates and mitigating any commercial issues.
• Ensure high standards of commercial operations and delivery across the rail station project.
• Work directly on‑site in Cardiff for 3 days a week, ensuring smooth execution of all commercial elements of the project.
• Collaborate with senior management, contractors, and key stakeholders to drive project success.
• Assist in managing the NEC contract (likely Option A or E) and deal with any changes or challenges that may arise.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager with significant experience in rail station projects.
• Ability to hit the ground running and manage the commercial aspects of large rail projects from day one.
• A minimum of 9 months availability, with potential for contract extension for the right candidate.
• Strong knowledge and experience with NEC contracts (likely Option A or E).
• Based in or around South Wales, able to work 3 days a week on‑site in Cardiff.
• Inside and outside IR35 rate options must be provided upfront.

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