Commercial Manager - Civil Engineering / Geotechnical

Northern England (office-based with national travel)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £92,000 - £99,000 (DOE)
Package: Company car / car allowance, private medical (partner included), pension & share scheme, 25 days holiday + holiday purchase

A leading specialist contractor operating within the civil engineering and geotechnical sector is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support its Northern operations. This is a senior role focused on contractual and commercial management, rather than purely financial control.

The Role

You will work closely with operational and senior leadership teams to maximise commercial opportunity and minimise contractual risk across live projects. The role requires strong JCT contract knowledge, hands-on commercial leadership, and the ability to support project teams through complex contractual challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Provide commercial and contractual leadership across live projects

Advise project teams on JCT contracts, variations, claims, and risk management

Support the preparation and management of compensation events, claims, and early warnings where applicable

Monitor commercial performance, identifying risks and opportunities

Support monthly forecasting and commercial reporting to senior leadership

Engage directly with clients and attend senior commercial meetings

Provide commercial input during tender stages, including contract reviews and risk assessments

Drive best practice and continuous improvement across commercial processes

About You

Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial role within civil engineering or construction

Strong JCT contract experience essential

Commercially astute with a contract-led mindset, not finance-heavy

Experience working on complex infrastructure or specialist contracting projects

Confident engaging with senior stakeholders, clients, and operational teams

Able to travel nationally as required

Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Senior commercial role within a well-established specialist contractor

Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and project outcomes

Long-term career stability and progression

For a confidential discussion, apply or message directly. Daryl Richardson (phone number removed)

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