Commercial Manager

Overview

In this role you will lead commercial management for STRABAG UK’s water and wastewater projects, driving value through contract compliance, cost control, and risk management. You will work closely with project managers and procurement to shape the commercial strategy across a portfolio of UK water projects. The position offers visibility to senior leadership and a pathway to broaden the company’s footprint in the water sector. You will help deliver sustainable, on-time outcomes within framework contracts.

Pay / Benefits

• private health cover
• 9% pension
• professional membership
• 25 days holiday
• career development
• competitive salary

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of the portfolio of water and wastewater projects from preconstruction to completion
• Lead and develop the commercial team, including setting objectives and monitoring performance
• Ensure adherence to group procedures, governance, and contractual obligations across projects
• Collate and challenge cost/value reports and forecasts; implement actions to improve margins
• Design and implement a commercial strategy for the portfolio and tenders
• Oversee contract administration, risk and opportunity management, and insurance issues
• Support business development activities, including client engagements and tender interviews
• Monitor outturn costs via bottom-up forecasts and optimize cash flow and WIP
• Identify and mitigate risks; lead reviews of contractual obligations prior to tenders
• Participate in procurement of warranties, bonds, and JV arrangements
• Promote a culture of commercial awareness and best practices across the team
• Ensure readiness for audits and adherence to commercial procedures

Key requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related discipline
• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts
• Proven commercial experience in construction
• Water sector experience, preferably with main contractor on frameworks or projects
• Expert knowledge of standard forms of contract and measurement
• Understanding of programming techniques and project controls
• Leadership skills
• MS Office proficiency (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)

• Leadership
• Stakeholder liaison
• Commercial awareness
• NEC contracts
• Standard Forms of Contract
• Standard Methods of Measurement

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