We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function at our Rugby site, covering both site services and manufacturing operations. This role has a strong focus on high-value contracts within Hydro, Navy, and major rotating machinery projects, ensuring robust commercial governance across the entire project lifecycle.
You will be responsible for end-to-end commercial management, including contract negotiation, risk management, claims strategy, and financial performance. Working closely with Business Managers, Project Management, and Sales teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, commercially effectively, and with risk appropriately managed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and advise on commercial strategy for major contracts, particularly Hydro and large new-build projects
- Interpret, negotiate, and manage complex contract terms (NEC, FIDIC, and bespoke agreements)
- Negotiate terms and conditions with clients, customers, and suppliers
- Develop and maintain agreed Terms & Conditions for major customers
- Ensure strong commercial governance from bid through to project close-out
- Work closely with Project Managers to ensure adherence to contractual obligations
- Manage change control, variations, and compensation events
- Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
- Maintain accurate records and audit trails to support claims and dispute resolution
- Lead the management and resolution of disputes, claims, and potential litigation, working with HQ Commercial and external legal counsel
- Interface with HQ Commercial to align strategies and protect the business position
- Support project teams to ensure correct insurance coverage is in place
- Assist Business Managers with contract review processes
- Ensure compliance with all internal policies, procedures, and safety standards
Your skills and experiences:
- Proven experience (5+ years) in a Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveying, or Legal role
- Strong financial and commercial acumen
- Excellent attention to detail with a proactive approach to risk management
- Strong negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Demonstrable experience working on large, complex engineering or infrastructure projects
- Ability to guide and support multi-disciplinary delivery teams
- Relevant HNC, degree, or equivalent qualification
- Eligibility to obtain SC Clearance
- Solid experience working with NEC and/or FIDIC contract frameworks
- Full UK driving licence
Strictly no agencies please.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this role please send your CV and letter of application explaining how you meet the requirements of the role to:-
Email: [email protected]
Strictly no agencies please
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