Commercial Manager
Location North West England (Hybrid working available)
Contract Type Contract (Inside IR35)
Duration 6-12 months (with potential for extension)
Day Rate Competitive based on experience
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our client s rail project team on a contract basis The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the commercial and contractual aspects of major rail infrastructure projects across the North West region This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a leading client in the rail sector
Key ResponsibilitiesManage the commercial delivery of rail infrastructure contracts from pre-contract through to final account
Lead on procurement contract administration cost control and forecasting
Ensure compliance with NEC contracts (particularly NEC3 and NEC4)
Prepare and review valuations variations and contractual claims
Work closely with project teams contractors and stakeholders to ensure financial and contractual risks are managed effectively
Produce accurate commercial reports and dashboards for senior management
Support tendering activities supplier negotiations and value engineering exercises
RequirementsProven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UK rail sector
Strong understanding of rail infrastructure projects and the associated commercial risks
In-depth knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
Demonstrable experience of working on high-value infrastructure projects ideally within the North West
Strong negotiation reporting and stakeholder management skills
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying Commercial Management or similar (preferred)
RICS or equivalent professional membership (desirable but not essential)