Overview
As Commercial Manager, you will lead the commercial oversight of major port development and infrastructure projects for a leading ferry operator. You’ll partner with project managers, contractors and senior stakeholders to drive budgeting, cost control and contract management, ensuring investments deliver long-term value. You will shape commercial decisions, manage risks and champion procurement activities across UK and Ireland projects. This role blends strategic insight with hands-on financial leadership in a dynamic capital-project environment. You’ll join a respected, international operator at a pivotal moment for port infrastructure growth.
Pay / Benefits
- Concessionary ferry travel across Irish Sea and North Sea routes
- 75% discount on UK rail travel
- Company pension and life assurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Wellbeing cash plan
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Responsibilities
- Managing commercial aspects of major capital projects
- Driving capital planning, budgeting and investment approval processes
- Monitoring expenditure against approved budgets
- Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and cost variances
- Managing contracts, change control, claims and final accounts
- Supporting procurement activities, tender evaluations and contractor selection
- Preparing commercial reports and updates for senior leadership teams
- Providing commercial insight to support strategic investment decisions
Key requirements
- Degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline
- Experience in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying or Contract Administration
- Strong understanding of cost control, budget management and financial reporting within capital project environments
- Knowledge of procurement and contract management principles
- Experience working with NEC contracts, ideally NEC ECC
- Strong commercial and analytical skills
- Ability to influence and build relationships across a wide range of stakeholders
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland as required
- Stakeholder engagement
- Analytical mindset
- Influencing and relationship building
- Cost control and budget management
- Financial reporting for capital projects
- Procurement and contract management
Commercial Manager employer: Faststream
Faststream Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the subsea cable industry. With a focus on employee growth, the company provides ample opportunities for professional development and advancement, all while supporting a predominantly remote work environment that allows for flexibility and work-life balance. Joining this leading international organisation means being part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
