Commercial Manager

Northern England (office-based with national travel)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £92,000 £99,000 (DOE)
Package: Company car / car allowance, private medical (partner included), pension & share scheme, 25 days holiday + holiday purchase

A leading specialist contractor operating within the civil engineering and geotechnical sector is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support its Northern operations. This is a senior role focused on contractual and commercial management, rather than purely financial control.

You will work closely with operational and senior leadership teams to maximise commercial opportunity and minimise contractual risk across live projects. The role requires strong JCT contract knowledge, hands-on commercial leadership, and the ability to support project teams through complex contractual challenges.

• Provide commercial and contractual leadership across live projects

• Advise project teams on JCT contracts, variations, claims, and risk management

• Support the preparation and management of compensation events, claims, and early warnings where applicable

• Monitor commercial performance, identifying risks and opportunities

• Support monthly forecasting and commercial reporting to senior leadership

• Engage directly with clients and attend senior commercial meetings

• Provide commercial input during tender stages, including contract reviews and risk assessments

• Drive best practice and continuous improvement across commercial processes

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial role within civil engineering or construction

• Strong JCT contract experience essential

• Commercially astute with a contract-led mindset, not finance-heavy

• Experience working on complex infrastructure or specialist contracting projects

• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders, clients, and operational teams

• Able to travel nationally as required

• Full UK driving licence

• Senior commercial role within a well-established specialist contractor

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and project outcomes

• Long-term career stability and progression

For a confidential discussion, apply or message directly. Daryl Richardson (phone number removed) (url removed)

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