Job Description
Commercial Manager
Rail & Transport
Location: Birmingham (Fully On-Site)
Salary: £85,000 £100,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Benefits: 6% Pension Private Medical 34 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a growing organisation within the transport and rail sector, based in Birmingham. This is a fully on-site position offering the opportunity to play a key leadership role across major infrastructure and rail projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing commercial strategy, contract management, cost control, and risk management across transport-related projects. Rail experience is highly desirable, and a strong understanding of NEC contracts and infrastructure delivery will be a distinct advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to progress within the UK transport and rail industry.
Key Responsibilities
If you are a commercially driven professional with rail or transport sector experience looking for your next challenge in Birmingham, we would welcome your application.
Rail & Transport
Location: Birmingham (Fully On-Site)
Salary: £85,000 £100,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Benefits: 6% Pension Private Medical 34 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a growing organisation within the transport and rail sector, based in Birmingham. This is a fully on-site position offering the opportunity to play a key leadership role across major infrastructure and rail projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing commercial strategy, contract management, cost control, and risk management across transport-related projects. Rail experience is highly desirable, and a strong understanding of NEC contracts and infrastructure delivery will be a distinct advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to progress within the UK transport and rail industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead commercial management across rail and transport infrastructure projects
- Manage contracts (NEC preferred), procurement, and subcontractor agreements
- Drive cost management, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Identify and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
- Support bid preparation, pricing strategy, and tender submissions
- Oversee change management and variation processes
- Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate closely with project managers, finance teams, and senior stakeholders
- Minimum 4 years experience in a Commercial Manager role
- Transport or rail sector experience is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial frameworks
- Proven track record in cost control, contract administration, and commercial strategy
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar (preferred)
- £85,000 £100,000 salary (depending on experience)
- Car allowance
- Performance-related bonus
- 6% employer pension contribution
- Private medical insurance
- 34 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Clear progression opportunities within the transport sector
If you are a commercially driven professional with rail or transport sector experience looking for your next challenge in Birmingham, we would welcome your application.
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