Commercial Manager

Job Title

Commercial Manager

We're recruiting an experienced Commercial Manager to support a high-profile programme in Glasgow within the nuclear and defence sector
. This contract role is ideal for someone who thrives in a highly regulated environment, with proven expertise in NEC4 contracts and stakeholder engagement.

This role requires eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance, you must be a British Born UK national

£70-£87 per hour (Umbrella) or PAYE equivalent,
INSIDE IR35 via NRL

Glasgow - Hybrid working

The role requires a minimum of 3 days per week on-site, with possibility of this going up to 5 days when project needs demand.

Our client is a key organisation within the UK nuclear and defence sector, delivering complex engineering projects of national importance under strict regulatory requirements.

• Lead commercial delivery on NEC4 contracts across professional services scopes
• Manage commercial governance and reporting processes in compliance with client procedures
• Oversee and negotiate compensation events and early warnings to minimise project risk
• Provide commercial leadership and guidance to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure accurate contract administration, including cost forecasting and Defined Cost mechanisms
• Support senior management in strategic decision-making related to contract performance
• Drive compliance and risk management across all commercial activities

• Extensive experience with NEC4 contracts, ideally with the Professional Services Contract (PSC)
• Demonstrable track record managing compensation events, early warnings, and Defined Cost mechanisms
• Strong commercial leadership background within infrastructure, engineering, nuclear or defence sectors
• Ability to attend site in Glasgow a minimum of 3 days per week

• Experience mentoring or developing junior commercial staff
• Familiarity with cost management software or tools used on large engineering projects