Senior Commercial Manager

Job Description

Senior Commercial Manager

Salary: £60-70K + Car Allowance

Location:

Livingston EH54

Job Title:

Senior Commercial Manager – Electrical Connections and Utilities Infrastructure

Location:

Kilmarnock or Livingston

Employment Type:

Permanent

Glenelly Infrastructure solutions have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to join our Power & Civils Distribution business based in Scotland.

Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions work with Scottish Power Energy Networks to deliver electrical infrastructure projects to maintain and modernise the energy network across Scotland. Our offices are in Kilmarnock and Livingston and this Commercial Manager role can be based in either – though you would be expected to travel between them and other sites as required.

This role would be a good fit for a Commercial Manager who has a background as a Quantity Surveyor or knowledgeable of Contract Management or delivery to a large client. You will be communicating with the client to ensure that contract negotiations, interpretation and disputes are resolved in a timely manner.

Commercial Management

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to ensure project profitability and risk mitigation.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Monitor and manage budgets, cash flow, and financial forecasting for projects.
• Conduct regular financial performance reviews and provide reports to senior management.

Contractual Compliance

• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and provide guidance on contract interpretation and disputes.
• Negotiate variations, extensions, and claims in line with project and company requirements.
• Manage all commercial documentation, including payment applications, valuations, and change management records.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as the primary commercial point of contact for clients, ensuring strong and positive relationships.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and operational teams to align commercial objectives with project delivery.
• Lead commercial discussions with stakeholders, presenting clear and concise information.

Team Leadership

• Mentor and manage junior commercial staff, providing training and development opportunities.

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager within the electrical connections, utilities, or related construction/engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contracts such as NEC, JCT, or FIDI.
• Experience in identifying opportunities for new business and managing the tendering process.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial management software.

• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIPS, or a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• Experience in electrical generation, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with utility regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Proactive approach to managing challenges and finding solutions.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

If you have a proven track record in commercial management and are eager to make a significant impact within electrical connections and utilities, we encourage you to apply.

Our skilled and dedicated teams deliver a range of proactive and reactive services within the UK to support our clients (DNOs & Private Companies) on all aspects of overhead line and underground projects. We specialise in Low voltage and high voltage works up to and including 66kv along with associated civils and reinstalment.