Contract and Risk Management

• Provide senior leadership on NEC3 and NEC4 contract management and administration.
• Ensure contractual obligations, entitlements, and risks are effectively managed across the portfolio.
• Oversee change management, Compensation Events, Early Warnings, and commercial negotiations.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive contract management.
• Drive best practice in commercial governance, record keeping, and contract administration.
• Support procurement strategies, subcontract management, and supply chain performance.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex commercial matters and contractual issues.

Financial Leadership

• Lead the commercial management of profitability, cash performance, and financial risk.
• Oversee forecasting, budgeting, revenue recognition, and cost management activities.
• Drive cash recovery, margin improvement, and value creation initiatives.
• Provide strategic commercial analysis to support business and operational decision-making.
• Support growth opportunities, framework development, and mobilisation activities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve commercial performance and long-term value.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Act as the senior commercial representative for Lanes Group on our Severn Trent Frameworks.
• Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with Severn Trent commercial, programme, and operational stakeholders.
• Lead commercial negotiations, performance reviews, and commercial governance meetings.
• Support collaborative working and long-term partnership objectives.
• Act as the senior escalation point for complex commercial matters where required.
• Work closely with Operations, Delivery, Finance, Procurement, and Senior Leadership teams.
• Influence and challenge stakeholders to achieve positive commercial outcomes while maintaining strong client relationships.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing commercial function.
• Provide leadership and support to Commercial Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
• Set clear objectives, performance expectations, and development plans.
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Promote professional development and continuous learning across the team.
• Drive commercial excellence, accountability, and best practice.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and results-focused culture.

Skills and Experience Required

Essential

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline & experience
• Significant experience in a senior commercial leadership role within utilities, infrastructure, civil engineering, or major contracting environments.
• Extensive knowledge and practical application of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Proven experience leading commercial teams and managing large contract portfolios.
• Strong understanding of commercial governance, contractual risk, and financial management.
• Demonstrable experience delivering commercial performance, margin improvement, and business growth.
• Experience managing senior client relationships and commercial negotiations.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including forecasting, cash flow, and business planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

• Experience working within Severn Trent/Wastewater frameworks or similar regulated utility environments.
• Knowledge of AMP programmes and the UK water regulatory environment.
• RICS qualified or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience working within long-term framework agreements and collaborative delivery models.
• Experience supporting business development, bids, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Experience leading commercial transformation or process improvement programmes.
• Advanced commercial reporting, analytics, and business intelligence capability.

Living the Company Values:

By embedding our company's core values and purpose into each role, we ensure that every employee, regardless of their role or level, understands how their individual development and contributions align with our purpose of ‘improving today for a better tomorrow’.

Each role and value has an alignment to set proficiency levels and expectations. This role holder is expected to:

• Leading: Acts as a role model, shaping the learning agenda and influencing change.
• Agile: Anticipates learning needs, adjusts quickly to changing operational contexts.
• Nurturing: Supports the development of others through coaching and structured development plans.
• Engaging: Inspires and motivates learners, builds trust, and credibility.
• Safe & Secure: Ensures all learning is aligned to safety and compliance standards.

Your Contribution to the company:

• Strive to be always positive and constructive.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Straight talking about the facts of the situation – open discussions are the best way to find solutions.
• Help others through communicating clearly.
• Deliver on commitments.
• Ensure that any ideas that may enhance the productivity or systems of the company are brought to the attention of Senior Management, or your colleagues.
• Deliver our Company Values understanding that by working together in unity we are ‘Stronger Together’

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.