Rhys Consulting Ltd

Commercial Lead Infrastructure Projects Location: London (Group Head Office) Sector: Infrastructure, Electrification, Capital Projects Salary: Competitive + Benefits My client is seeking a commercially astute and strategically minded professional to lead the commercial function within their infrastructure team. This is a high-profile role with significant responsibility across capital build, electrification, and minor works projects. It offers a rare opportunity for an experienced commercial manager to step into a leadership role with broad scope and visibility. Role Overview As Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for shaping and managing the financial and commercial integrity of infrastructure delivery. You ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of value and accountability. Key Responsibilities Develop and present robust business cases for infrastructure projects, including depot electrification, capital builds, and threshold-level small works Own the relationship with the customer tendering team, aligning infrastructure delivery with strategic route wins Manage the minor works budget (circa £6m), ensuring rigorous sign-off and value-for-money validation Lead audit and reconciliation of monthly Facilities Management invoicing Oversee change control processes, ensuring contractual compliance and cost justification Champion the standardised infrastructure delivery approach, interfacing effectively with property and project teams Lead the PMO function, ensuring accurate reporting of cost, time, and performance metrics Drive consistency in project management tools and ensure appropriate training across teams Monitor and report on risk, budget control, and cost tracking against approved business cases Key Outcomes Timely electrification of depots aligned with operational needs and strategic planning Demonstrable cost control and commercial rigour across all infrastructure activity A professional, high-functioning PMO capability supporting infrastructure delivery Leadership & Financial Scope Line management of one Quantity Surveyor Full budget ownership and cost control responsibility Candidate Profile Degree-qualified, ideally with RICS or equivalent chartered status Minimum 10 years experience in infrastructure commercial management Strong background in contract claims, payment applications, and financial governance Confident communicator with the ability to influence across technical and operational teams Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment Why This Role This is a strategic opportunity for a senior commercial professional ready to take the lead in a complex infrastructure environment. Whether you're stepping up or making a lateral move into a broader leadership role, you'll find challenge, autonomy, and the chance to make a tangible impact across high-value projects.

Senior Procurement Manager Infrastructure & Transport Location: London (Hybrid working, minimum 3 days in office) Sector: Public Transport, Rail, EV Infrastructure Salary: Competitive, with strong benefits package My client is seeking a highly experienced procurement leader to join a pivotal team driving major infrastructure and transport projects across the UK and Ireland. This role offers a unique chance to advance your career into a senior procurement position with responsibility for managing complex frameworks, high-value tendering, and cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the re-procurement of bus parts commodity frameworks and minimum order quantity frameworks for coaches Oversee delivery of EV infrastructure and hardware frameworks Manage tendering processes for fuel, chemicals, and Hard FM services Direct and deliver committed obligations projects for the Elizabeth Line Provide strong leadership to a team comprising Category and Procurement Managers, driving performance, quality, and timely delivery across multiple workstreams Develop and implement effective commercial strategies, driving savings and negotiating key contracts Candidate Profile Extensive procurement experience, ideally within infrastructure, transport, or rail sectors Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex, high-stakes procurement portfolios Strong commercial awareness and track record of delivering cost efficiencies through innovative strategies and robust negotiations Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, maintaining compliance and quality throughout Skilled at stakeholder engagement, able to build credibility and influence at senior levels, including in sensitive or challenging situations Ready to take on a role that demands focus, resilience, and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously Why This Role Is a Great Move This position represents a significant step forward for professionals aiming to broaden their scope and impact within senior procurement leadership. It offers: Visibility and influence at a strategic level within a major public transport operator Opportunities to innovate procurement approaches and shape supplier relationships The chance to lead delivery on some of the most high-profile infrastructure programmes in the UK A supportive environment where achievement is recognised and rewarded Working Arrangement & Locations Hybrid working with a minimum of three days in the London office Regular travel across operating companies in the UK & Ireland including London, Newcastle, Wigan/Bolton, Oxford, Poole, Plymouth, Brighton & Crawley, Hull, and Dublin Potential international engagement on projects in Singapore and Stockholm (project dependent) If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding senior procurement role where your leadership and commercial expertise will be valued, this is an opportunity not to be missed. .