Commercial Manager

Due to continued growth and new project wins, our client is looking for Commercial / Contract Managers to join their team and work across a range of Energy sector programmes. Roles are available from Senior level. This is a hybrid position, with 3 days expected on-site with the client and 2 days at home or from your nearest office.

Project locations are based in Glasgow or Perth.

As a Commercial Manager, you’ll be supporting public sector clients with a wide range of commercial services that may include but are not limited to:

• Supporting end-to-end procurement processes – from strategy and sourcing through to contract award
• Working closely with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver commercial insights
• Running tenders, evaluating suppliers, and negotiating contracts
• Managing the contract lifecycle and ensuring compliance with relevant public sector regulations (including DSPCR, PCR, PA)
• Monitoring supplier performance and helping drive improvements and innovation
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks, ensuring projects stay on track
• Leading or supporting commercial transformation and change initiatives
• Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, from delivery teams to government agencies

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent practical experience
• Relevant professional qualifications such as CIPS, or equivalent commercial/procurement experience
• Experience in procurement, contract management, and supplier negotiations – ideally in Energy, Nuclear or Infrastructure
• Familiar with contract forms such as NEC, JCT, or FIDIC
• Able to analyse cost and risk data to support decision-making

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