Commercial Manager - Highways

Our client is seeking an exceptional Commercial Manager with a Quantity Surveying background and extensive experience within the National Highways environment to take a leading role in the procurement of the next generation of Maintenance and Response Contracts (M&R2).

This is a pivotal strategic role, positioned at the forefront of one of the UK's most significant infrastructure procurement programmes.

What will you be doing?

As Commercial Manager, you will be the commercial lead throughout the procurement stage, responsible for shaping commercial strategy, leading supply chain engagement, and managing all contractual and commercial elements of the bid and procurement process.

You'll play a critical role in positioning the business for success within the evolving National Highways procurement model and ensuring commercial excellence from the earliest stages.

You'll act as Commercial Lead for the procurement of National Highways Maintenance and Response Contracts.

Leading the development of commercial and procurement strategies aligned to the new contract model.

We'll require you to manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the procurement lifecycle.

You'll lead supply chain procurement, engagement, negotiation, and partner selection, supporting and influencing bid strategy, pricing, and risk management.

Working closely with senior operational, bid, and executive leadership teams. Offering support during the transition from procurement into mobilisation and delivery phase.

You'll manage contract reviews, risk allocation, and commercial structuring.

Offering support to the development of innovative commercial delivery models and solutions.

Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and commercial best practice.

What you'll bring

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or equivalent
Professional membership of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) - desirable
Extensive experience within highways maintenance, infrastructure, or civil engineering
Experience in major framework procurements and bid leadership roles - highly desirable
Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial role within National Highways maintenance
Direct experience supporting or leading procurement and bid phases of major highways contracts
Strong expertise in NEC contracts, particularly Term Service and performance-based models
Deep understanding of National Highways commercial frameworks and procurement approaches
Experience leading supply chain procurement and developing delivery partnerships
Strong commercial judgement, risk management capability, and strategic thinking
Ability to operate and influence at senior leadership level In addition, this role offers;

Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme
Private health care and health care cash plan for you and your family
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Holiday purchase scheme
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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed