Commercial Manager

3 days ago

Acton, Greater London, United Kingdom Gold Group Ltd Full time

**Commercial Manager - Major Rail Infrastructure Project

London

£85,000 to £105,000 + package**
A leading engineering business is delivering the full suite of MEPHFC systems on one of the UK's most significant transport infrastructure programmes. This multi-year project forms part of a transformative new high-speed rail network, establishing a new benchmark for sustainable and technically advanced rail environments. As a Commercial Manager working closely with the site based team, you'll play a key role in ensuring the sound commercial and financial delivery of this high profile project which will shape the UK's transport network in the years to come.

Role Overview
The Commercial Manager will lead commercial, contractual, and cost management functions across a complex package of MEP works. The position demands a commercially astute professional with experience managing NEC contracts, subcontractor procurement, and financial governance within a major infrastructure or rail environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor junior commercial staff
  • Manage and administer NEC3/4 contracts, upstream and downstream
  • Secure contractual entitlement and maintain robust commercial records
  • Draft and issue contract communications, notices, and compensation events
  • Negotiate with client-side commercial teams to achieve commercial objectives
  • Oversee project financial reporting, CVRs, and cost control
  • Lead subcontract administration through to final account
  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
  • Deliver cashflow forecasts, margin improvement actions, and cost performance reviews
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance and contract protocols

Essential Requirements

  • Proven experience in commercial management on major infrastructure or rail projects
  • Detailed understanding of NEC3/4 contracts
  • Strong record in subcontract procurement and administration
  • Demonstrated capability in dispute avoidance and resolution
  • Site-based presence minimum three days per week
  • Full right to work in the UK

Desirable Requirements

  • Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field
  • MEP systems experience
  • Experience working for a main contractor or within a joint venture environment
  • Progress toward RICS or equivalent professional accreditation
  • Experience in managing self-delivery cost controls

Benefits and Development

  • Starting salary of £85,000 to £105,000
  • £5,000 travel allowance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Private pension contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Direct involvement in a nationally significant infrastructure project
  • Structured pathway to professional chartership with full RICS support
  • Ongoing training and leadership development
  • Collaborative, delivery-focused team environment
  • Competitive remuneration and long-term project stability

If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for rapid career progression whilst working for an industry leading name or, currently a Commercial Manager looking for a new challenge, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on

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