Commercial Manager in Ipswich

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The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is recruiting for an accomplished commercial leader for the Sizewell C project, an iconic venture that will generate 3.2 gigawatts of low‑carbon electricity for the UK over the next 60 years. This role offers the chance to be part of a collaborative team shaping one of the nation’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.

In This Role, You Will

• Place health and safety at the forefront of all decisions and champion sustainability across the project
• Ensure your team follows all CWA processes, procedures and governance standards
• Identify new efficiency opportunities and proactively respond to project requirements
• Analyse the economic landscape and advise on impacts for the project and the wider construction sector
• Provide commercial input to value engineering and alternative methods of construction
• Share commercial data effectively with all relevant teams and maximise digital solutions for better outcomes
• Regularly review commercial and cost data to assure accuracy and identify any issues early
• Support the preparation of Target Outturn Costs (TOCs), earned value data and monthly project performance reports
• Deliver concise commercial updates to the Delivery Leadership Team and represent CWA interests in project meetings
• Assist with procurement planning and supply chain management, supporting procurement, estimating and surveying teams
• Ensure subcontract agreements are properly managed, change management is administered in line with contract, and disputes are minimised
• Identify supply chain issues and monitor risk and opportunity impacts on cost forecasts
• Ensure costs are recovered as defined cost and manage disallowed costs
• Provide constructive feedback and development opportunities for team members, and work collaboratively with all CWA functions to deliver project objectives

We Are Looking For

• A relevant degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a similar field
• Strong stakeholder management experience, particularly with external suppliers
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in presenting complex commercial matters
• In‑depth understanding of construction law and proven management and leadership abilities
• Strong teamwork and a track record of effective working within matrix organisations

It Would Be Beneficial If You Also Have

• Experience mentoring and developing team members with clear development plans
• MRICS or similar professional accreditation
• Experience working with NEC3/4 contracts

If you want to bring your commercial expertise to one of the UK’s most important infrastructure projects, we would like to hear from you. Click the following link to apply.