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Commercial Manager

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Rugby, Warwickshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Commercial Manager- Rugby

The Role

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.

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.

Requirements

  * 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.

Benefits & Remuneration

Salary- £65-70K

Permanent and full-time

Discretionary annual bonus

Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme

Life insurance (4x your salary)

Enhanced annual leave entitlement (25 days), in addition to bank holidays

Company-funded gym subsidy payments

Free 24/7 remote GP service and other health support benefits

Employee referral program

Long service recognition awards

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Access to free Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points and free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy

Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform

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