Commercial Manager – National Highways

Location: England
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: Highways / Infrastructure

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to play a leading role in the procurement of the next generation of National Highways Maintenance & Response Contracts (M&R2).

This is a strategic position at the forefront of one of the UK's largest infrastructure procurement programmes, offering the opportunity to influence commercial strategy, shape supply chain partnerships, and support the successful delivery of future highways maintenance contracts.

The Role

As Commercial Manager, you will lead all commercial and contractual aspects of the procurement phase, working closely with senior operational, bid, and executive teams to ensure commercial excellence throughout the lifecycle of the bid process.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial delivery of National Highways Maintenance & Response Contract procurements

Develop and implement commercial and procurement strategies aligned with new contract models

Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the procurement lifecycle

Lead supply chain engagement, procurement, negotiation, and partner selection

Support bid strategy development, pricing, risk management, and commercial structuring

Review contracts and manage risk allocation strategies

Support the transition from procurement through mobilisation and into delivery

Develop innovative commercial solutions and delivery models

Ensure governance, compliance, and commercial best practice standards are maintained

Essential

* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline

* Extensive experience within highways maintenance, infrastructure, or civil engineering sectors

* Previous experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial position

* Strong understanding of NEC contracts, particularly Term Service Contracts and performance-based models

* Experience leading supply chain procurement and developing strategic partnerships

* Excellent commercial acumen, risk management capability, and stakeholder management skills

* Ability to influence and operate effectively at senior leadership level

Desirable

* MRICS qualification

* Experience within National Highways maintenance contracts

* Previous involvement in major framework procurements and bid leadership

* Direct experience supporting or leading procurement phases of major highways contracts

* Strong understanding of National Highways procurement frameworks and commercial models

Package & Benefits

* Competitive salary

* Company car and fuel card (including EV and hybrid options)

* Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan

* Pension scheme

* Life assurance

* Employee Assistance Programme

* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Holiday purchase scheme

* Enhanced family leave policies

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Salary sacrifice EV scheme

* Retail discounts platform

* Personal accident cover

* Referral bonus scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional to join a market-leading infrastructure business and play a key role in shaping the future of highways maintenance across the UK.

Apply now for further information
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