Commercial Manager (PMCM Rail)

Overview

In this role you enable delivery of major rail and transport programmes by leading commercial governance, financial control and risk management. You will work with client teams, suppliers and delivery partners to drive commercial performance from initiation to close-out. You’ll influence procurement, contract administration and change management while building strong stakeholder relationships. This is a client-facing, impact-focused position within a growing PMCM Rail team that supports high-profile infrastructure projects.

Pay / Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Hybrid working policy (home 2 days/week)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Gymflex scheme (up to 40% gym membership)
• Virtual GP service and wellbeing support
• Menopause support package

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client and stakeholder relationships with commercial support
• Prepare monthly cost, risk and commercial reports for project decisions
• Manage budgets, forecasting, tracking and reporting of costs
• Support procurement activities and negotiate terms with suppliers/contractors
• Contribute to supply chain collaboration and compliance with client procedures
• Administer contracts across the project lifecycle from award to close-out
• Support change events, variations, claims and compensation events
• Monitor contract performance and assist with commercial issue resolution
• Forecast finances and support risk identification and mitigation
• Assist with resource planning to achieve commercial and programme objectives

Key requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related discipline
• Professional accreditation or active pursuit (MRICS or MCIOB) or interest in pursuing such qualifications
• Experience in commercial management within rail or infrastructure sectors
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects in client, contractor or consultancy environments
• Knowledge of organisations like Network Rail, HS2, TfGM or similar rail delivery bodies advantageous
• Track record of delivering successful commercial outcomes on infrastructure projects
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with commercial management systems, tools and software
• Good understanding of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts and commercial principles
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, risk management and continuous improvement

• Strong communication
• Stakeholder management
• Proactive problem-solving
• Commercial management systems and software
• Cost forecasting and budgeting
• Risk management and early warning

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