Framework Commercial Manager

Part of the Volker Wessels UK Group, Volker Stevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

Volker Stevin is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Framework Commercial Manager to support the successful delivery of works across the Clyde Commercial Framework (CCF) in Scotland. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and civil engineering projects at HMNB Clyde, ensuring the successful management of contracts, risk, cost, and stakeholder relationships while supporting the long-term objectives of the framework.

As Framework Commercial Manager, you will also be accountable for the successful delivery of the business, this includes covering business development, work winning, resourcing, project delivery, and the management of client and supply chain relationships.

Role overview

• Demonstrate a commitment to collaborative behaviour including developing effective client relationships
• Support, advise, develop and train all members of the team on commercial matters.
• Mentor and develop the surveyors within the project/framework team/s
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive repeat and framework opportunities
• Provide commercial input to bids, reducing risk and maximising opportunities
• Review contract terms, pricing strategies, and scope for accuracy and competitiveness
• Support and lead bid teams, taking ownership of commercial and contractual elements
• Obtain and incorporate legal advice on tender terms where required

Pre-construction

• Review and ensure alignment of the main contract with the tender and confirm execution.
• Establish the commercial structure and strategy for project delivery.
• Ensure teams fully understand contractual obligations, pricing, risks, and scope.
• Review initial P&L forecasts and set margin improvement plans.
• Oversee procurement strategy, including subcontracting and self-delivery split.

Construction - Procurement

• Implement and monitor procurement strategy and schedule.
• Ensure timely placement of subcontract orders and maximise value opportunities.

Reporting & commercial control

• Oversee forecasting, cost/value reporting, cash flow, and risk management.
• Manage change control and resolve unagreed variations promptly.
• Ensure accurate reporting and adherence to company policies.
• Maintain strong client and consultant relationships.
• Protect commercial interests while meeting client expectations.
• Support business development opportunities.

Commercial oversight

• Conduct monthly project health checks.
• Ensure projects remain cash positive and financially compliant.
• Support dispute resolution and reporting to senior leadership.
• Project controls
• Ensure alignment between forecasts, contracts, and programmes.
• Promote strong programme awareness and contract compliance.

Post-construction

• Close out contracts and final accounts in a timely manner.
• Capture lessons learned and feed back into the business.

• An accredited course by the royal institution of chartered surveyors (RICS), the chartered institute of building (CIOB) or the chartered institution of civil engineering surveyors (ICES).
• Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering.
• Adequate experience as a CM or in a position with similar duties
• Previous experience working on a civil engineering/ infrastructure projects in a position with commercial management responsibilities
• A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained.

Volker Stevin is under the umbrella of Volker Wessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within Volker Wessels UK, Volker Stevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

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