Strategic Commercial Lead

2 days ago


StainesuponThames, Surrey, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full time

Key Role Responsibilities:

As a Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for driving the procurement and contract management processes for major infrastructure developments, from new asset creation to asset replacement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Contract Management: Manage contracts and procurement activities to ensure efficiency and competitiveness.
  • Supplier Negotiations: Lead negotiations with suppliers pre- and post-contract, ensuring the best value throughout project lifecycles, especially those related to capital expenditure.
  • Best Practices Implementation: Research and incorporate industry best practices to strengthen the company's commercial strategy.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams such as governance, project management, and controls to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
  • Framework Management: Oversee contract management at the framework level, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and strategic goals.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • Expertise in NEC & JCT Contracts: Extensive experience with NEC3, NEC4, and JCT contracts.
  • Commercial & Procurement Knowledge: Strong experience in contract management, procurement, and project delivery, especially in large-scale infrastructure environments.
  • Multi-Project Experience: Proven ability to manage several simultaneous infrastructure projects, meeting tight deadlines and satisfying high stakeholder expectations.
  • Industry Experience: A background in construction, specifically in managing and improving existing assets, is highly desirable.
  • Stakeholder Management Skills: Excellent communication and strategic development skills to manage both internal and external stakeholders effectively.
  • Public & Private Sector Flexibility: Experience in either sector is welcome, though a preference is given to roles in large infrastructure projects.

Benefits:

Work with a dynamic, growing team within a leading Civil Infrastructure organization. Competitive salary and strong opportunities for career growth. Be a key player in high-impact infrastructure projects with strategic responsibilities. Benefit from flexible working arrangements, requiring only 3 days on-site that promote work-life balance.



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