Commercial Manager - Water

Commercial Lead / Commercial Manager - Water Infrastructure

Location: Romsey, Hampshire
Sector: Water / Civil Engineering
Project Value: £140m
Contract: 12 months +
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Lead / Commercial Manager to join a major £140m water infrastructure project in the Romsey area.
This is an opportunity to take commercial responsibility for a significant capital delivery scheme, working closely with the Project Director and leading an established commercial team.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in major civil engineering or water infrastructure projects, with proven experience managing NEC Option C (Target Cost) contracts.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the commercial team, including Managing, Senior and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
Oversee commercial performance and financial management across the project.
Manage procurement activities, including subcontractor and supplier appointments.
Prepare and present monthly commercial reports to senior leadership and the Board.
Validate Cost to Complete (CTC) forecasts and ensure accurate Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reporting.
Proactively manage subcontractors, including commercial performance, variations and contractual obligations.
Oversee main contract administration and commercial management under NEC Option C.
Support the close-out of historical final accounts alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor.
Work closely with the Project Director to identify commercial risks, opportunities and cost efficiencies.
About You

Proven experience as a Commercial Lead, Commercial Manager or Senior Managing Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding and practical experience of NEC Option C (Target Cost) contracts.
Previous experience within the water sector, utilities or major civil engineering projects.
Demonstrable experience managing commercial teams and subcontractor packages.
Strong knowledge of CVR reporting, CTC forecasting and financial controls.
Experience reporting commercial performance to senior management or board level.
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
What's on Offer?

Opportunity to take a leading commercial role on a £140m water infrastructure scheme.
Work alongside an experienced project leadership team.
Significant responsibility across commercial delivery, procurement and contractual management.
Long-term involvement in a major capital delivery programme.
Interested?

If you're an experienced Commercial Lead or Commercial Manager with a strong background in NEC Option C contracts and major infrastructure delivery, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Mario at Carrington West for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed