Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager - Nuclear – Suffolk

Remote with 3 days every other week required on site in Suffolk

We are currently partnering with a multidisciplinary construction and property consultancy with presence across the UK and proven success in a variety of sectors including Rail, Utilities, Energy, Roads, Energy etc. Due to continued growth in their Nuclear arm, they are actively seeking an experienced Commercial Manager in Suffolk.

Responsibilities

Commercial Management and Cost Control

Oversee commercial performance across major infrastructure work packages, monitoring expenditure, budgets, forecasts and financial commitments. Ensure costs are accurately tracked and reported, providing clear commercial insight to support effective project delivery and financial decision-making.

Cost Challenge and Financial Analysis

Critically assess costs, estimates and commercial proposals, confidently challenging both internal teams and external clients where necessary. Identify discrepancies, potential savings and areas of financial risk, ensuring costs are properly justified and aligned with project objectives.

NEC Contract Administration

Manage commercial activities in accordance with NEC contract requirements, supporting effective contract administration, change management and the assessment of compensation events. Ensure contractual obligations are understood and managed appropriately, maintaining accurate records and protecting the commercial position of the project.

Stakeholder Engagement and Team Support

Work closely with project managers, engineering teams, commercial colleagues and client representatives to resolve commercial issues and support informed decision-making. Provide commercial guidance to project teams, challenge assumptions where required and ensure financial considerations are incorporated into project planning and delivery.

Risk Management and Commercial Reporting

Identify and assess commercial risks, changes and potential cost overruns, developing appropriate mitigation strategies alongside project stakeholders. Prepare and review cost reports, forecasts and commercial assessments, providing clear recommendations to senior management and supporting the overall financial governance of the project.

Major Requirements

* Minimum 10 years' experience in commercial management, cost management or quantity surveying on major infrastructure projects.

* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, including contract administration, change management and compensation events.

* Proven ability to challenge costs confidently, engage with internal and external stakeholders, and support project teams, ideally within the nuclear or similarly complex infrastructure sector.

Benefits

£50,000 - £75,000 DOE