Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Commercial Manager
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Motherwell, UK
Talented people are the key to our success.
We are seeking an experienced and driven Commercial Manager to join our team supporting the delivery of a major electricity transmission project. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading commercial role on a high-profile overhead line project, supporting delivery from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI), through design development, construction, and final project completion.
As Commercial Manager, you will provide commercial leadership across the project, managing client contracts, commercial reporting, change management, subcontractor procurement and administration, and stakeholder relationships. You will also have the opportunity to lead, develop, and mentor a growing commercial team while working closely with project delivery, engineering, and design colleagues.
This role offers exposure to a major energy infrastructure programme and provides excellent opportunities for career development within a growing portfolio of transmission and utility projects.
Role Responsibilities
Commercial Leadership
- Lead all commercial activities across the project lifecycle, from ECI and design development through to construction and final account agreement.
- Provide commercial guidance and support to the project leadership team.
- Ensure robust commercial governance, controls, and compliance are maintained throughout the project.
- Monitor project performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision-making.
Client & Contract Management
- Manage the client contract and function as the primary commercial point of contact.
- Administer NEC contracts, ensuring all contractual obligations and deliverables are fulfilled.
- Lead change management processes, including the assessment, negotiation, and agreement of compensation events.
- Support the resolution of contractual and commercial issues while maintaining positive client relationships.
Supply Chain Management
- Lead the procurement, administration, and commercial management of subcontractors and suppliers.
- Manage multiple subcontract packages from early engagement through to final account settlement.
- Oversee the commercial management of design consultants and specialist subcontractors.
- Ensure supply chain performance aligns with project objectives, budgets, and contractual requirements.
Commercial Reporting & Forecasting
- Prepare and manage Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), forecasts, budgets, and monthly reporting requirements.
- Monitor project costs, value, cash flow, and commercial performance.
- Produce accurate commercial reports and recommendations for senior management.
- Support financial planning and project forecasting activities.
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Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, manage, develop, and mentor commercial team members.
- Support recruitment and development of the commercial function as project requirements grow.
- Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.
- Foster a high-performing and positive team environment.
Qualifications
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
- Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS or CIArb is desirable.
- NEC accreditation is advantageous.
Experience
- Experience in a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, or similar commercial leadership role.
- Experience managing commercial activities on major construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects.
- Experience administering NEC contracts, including change management and contractual compliance.
- Experience managing large and complex subcontractor and supplier packages.
- Experience producing CVRs, forecasts, commercial reports, and financial performance reviews.
- Experience managing client relationships and acting as a key commercial interface.
- Experience leading, mentoring, and developing commercial teams.
- Experience working throughout the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction and design phases through to project completion.
Technical Knowledge
- Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, with NEC4 experience essential.
- Exceptional understanding of commercial management, cost control, forecasting, and contract administration.
- Knowledge of compensation events, change management, and risk management processes.
- Understanding of procurement and supply chain management practices.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen with the ability to analyse project performance and identify opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and commercial management systems.
Desirable
- Experience working on energy, transmission, utilities, civil engineering, highways, or major infrastructure projects.
- Experience supporting projects through ECI, design, and pre-construction stages.
- Experience managing design consultants and professional service providers.
- Familiarity with collaborative delivery models and NEC forms of contract.
- Experience working on high-value multidisciplinary projects.
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Personal Attributes
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Commercially astute with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Initiative-taking, organised, and results focused.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong relationships across clients, supply chain partners, and project teams.
- Committed to delivering successful commercial outcomes and supporting overall project success.
What is in it for you?
Below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
- Flexible and adaptable working
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
- We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.
About The Energy Business Unit
We have extensive experience in upgrading and replacing energy networks, delivering asset management for major UK energy companies and network operators.
Our transmission and distribution services involve the upgrading and replacement of electricity assets both above and below ground. Within the electricity sector we install and maintain assets, including excavation, laying, and jointing of cables, (fluid filled and XLPe), substations and overhead line, new build, repair, and refurbishment services.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team where you will have the opportunity to progress in your career. We are looking for people who share our passion on delivering great customer service whilst also being able to work within an enjoyable and hardworking team environment. Talented people are the key to our success, so if this sounds like you, apply now.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
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