Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor

Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor
Euston, London
Offering up to £120,000

We at Smart4EPC are glad to be assisting our client, a Tier 1 main contractor, on their search for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major infrastructure project in London. This is an excellent opportunity to oversee the cost management and contract management aspects of the project, from initiation through to close-out.

Key Responsibilities:

Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, with proven experience administering NEC3/NEC4 options
Skilled in issuing and managing contractual notices, early warnings, compensation events, and change management processes
Ability to interpret contract clauses, advise project teams, and ensure full compliance with NEC obligations
Demonstrated ability to manage high-value packages with high volumes of change, ensuring robust change control processes and accurate forecasting
Experienced in cost administration for consultants and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with budgets, forecasts, and commercial targets
Ability to scrutinise cost and change submissions and validate valuations for accuracy
Ability to maintain and update EWN and risk registers, quantify risk exposure, and support mitigation strategies
Skilled in identifying, assessing, and managing commercial and project risks, including risks associated with change
Ensures risks are communicated clearly and factored into commercial forecasts and decision-making
Strong understanding of disallowed costs, with the capability to maintain auditable, accurate records to prevent exposure
Ability to influence internal design teams, project managers, consultants, and subcontractors to drive commercial discipline and accountability
Proven track record improving performance through challenge and proactive commercial leadership
Confident presenting commercial positions and influencing senior stakeholders
Ensures a rigorous approach to programme management, including reviewing programmes
Strong understanding of how programme movement affects cost, risk, and contractual entitlement
Coaching and development of members of the commercial teamCandidate Requirements:

Strong knowledge of all aspects of commercial management
Familiarity with various forms of contract
Knowledge of integrated reporting
Knowledge of IT systems relevant to commercial control
Ideally experienced in design, design-and-build, and package management
Ability to understand design processes, identify commercial impacts early, and support teams in managing design risk
Highly organised, able to manage deadlines and prioritise in a fast-paced environment while maintaining clear, auditable records
Strong team leadership skills
Able to focus on detail while still seeing the strategic picture
Confident holding and defending a position
Ability to present confidently to senior management
Strong focus on training and mentoring team members
Relevant experience in commercial management
Experience on major (£100m+) projects and Joint Venture arrangements
Formal qualification (RICS/CIOB or similar) with relevant experience