Commercial Manager

We’re Recruiting: Senior Commercial Managers & Commercial Managers

Sector: Civil Engineering – Highways, Rail, Water & Power
Location: Midlands / Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting from £95,000 (plus benefits)

About Our Client

We are proud to be representing a highly regarded civil engineering consultancy with a strong track record across the highways, rail, water, and power sectors. Our client delivers technical excellence and supports nationally significant infrastructure projects.

A unique aspect of their business is that they second their commercial professionals to some of the UK’s top 250 contractors, giving individuals direct exposure to client-side operations, high-profile projects, and opportunities to influence major infrastructure programmes.

The Roles

Our client is seeking commercially astute professionals capable of providing robust contractual, financial, and strategic leadership across complex projects. Successful candidates will be seconded to leading contractor teams, providing invaluable experience and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead or support commercial operations on major civil engineering and infrastructure projects
Manage NEC and other standard contracts, ensuring compliance and effective risk management
Oversee cost management, forecasting, and project financial reporting
Provide commercial advice to project teams, contractors, and clients
Support procurement and subcontractor management
Identify risks, opportunities, and value-improvement initiatives
Drive change management and dispute resolution processes where required
Build and maintain strong client relationships at all levels

What Our Client Is Looking For
Experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager in civil engineering, construction, or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
Proven expertise in cost management, commercial strategy, and risk mitigation
Exposure to at least one sector: highways, rail, water, or power
Excellent communication, negotiation, and client engagement skills
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
Professional accreditation (RICS, CICES, etc.) advantageous, particularly for senior roles

What Our Client Offers
Salary starting at £95,000, plus benefits and potential performance incentives
Opportunities to work on nationally significant, high-profile infrastructure projects
Offering client-side exposure and career growth
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Clear progression pathways
A supportive and collaborative team culture with ongoing professional development

How to Apply

To explore these opportunities, please send your CV by simply applying or contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black Midlands for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed