The Senior Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager will play a critical leadership role in overseeing the full commercial and contractual management of major MEP packages on high-value projects.
The position requires a strong ability to balance strategic commercial oversight with hands-on contract management, ensuring profitability, risk mitigation, and successful project delivery.
Commercial Strategy and Project Delivery
- Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximize project profitability and protect the company’s commercial interests
- Lead the preparation and submission of interim valuations, final accounts, variations, and claims
- Monitor project performance and proactively identify risks and opportunities
Contract Management and Claims
- Draft, review, and negotiate contractual correspondence, agreements, and settlement proposals
- Manage contractual notifications, extensions of time, and claims processes
- Defend commercial positions with clients, consultants, and engineers at senior level
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders
- Provide expert commercial and contractual advice to project leadership and technical teams
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff
- Ensure strong commercial discipline and best practices across projects
Tendering and Business Support
- Contribute to tendering activities, bid preparation, and contract negotiations for new projects
- Support the company’s growth by providing commercial input on new opportunities
