At a Glance
- Tasks: Support commercial delivery on a major infrastructure programme and assist with contract management activities.
- Company: Join a global civil engineering consultancy working on the landmark Sizewell C project.
- Benefits: 27 days' leave, flexible working, private medical insurance, and long-term career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with excellent exposure across the full commercial lifecycle.
- Why this job: Be part of a significant megaproject contributing to Britain's Net Zero ambitions.
- Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience; NEC3/NEC4 contract knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
You will be joining a global civil engineering consultancy supporting the delivery of one of the UK's most significant major infrastructure programmes, Sizewell C. Operating within a highly integrated project environment, this organisation brings together industry‐leading professionals from project controls, commercial, finance and delivery disciplines. With a strong focus on robust governance, innovation and continuous improvement, this programme offers the opportunity to work at scale, influence outcomes and build a career on a landmark project.
This is a full-time permanent position based on site at Sizewell C (2/3 days per week) with remote working. As an Assistant Commercial Manager, you will work within a dedicated and dynamic cost team, supporting commercial delivery on a major infrastructure programme. This is a highly client‐facing role, ideal for a commercially astute professional who thrives in a fast‐paced project environment and is eager to develop their technical capability and leadership skills.
- Supporting contract management activities, including drafting correspondence, payment notices, change evaluation and dispute avoidance.
- Assisting with cost management, including CBS/WBS maintenance, forecasting, accruals, earned value inputs and contractor claim assessment.
- Providing estimating and cost planning support, including measurement, value engineering and benchmarking.
- Contributing to planning, reporting and governance, including KPI reporting and commercial performance metrics.
- Supporting procurement and tendering activities from strategy through to contract award.
- Assisting with commercial risk management, including risk identification, quantification and mitigation.
This role offers excellent exposure across the full commercial lifecycle, supporting long‐term career development.
Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalent and membership of a relevant professional body. Proven experience utilising NEC3 and/or NEC4 form of contract within civil engineering with either a contractor or consultancy. Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a wider project team. Full UK driving licence.
27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and the period between Christmas and New Year. Company pension scheme. Life assurance. Private medical insurance. Flexible working. Mental health and wellbeing benefits. Fully covered accommodation and business mileage. Long-term career progression with a well-established and industry-leading civil engineering consultancy. Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's largest megaprojects and a cornerstone of Britain's Net Zero ambitions.
Please note - this consultancy does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.
Assistant Commercial Manager (Permanent) in Ipswich employer: Hays
Join a leading global civil engineering consultancy that champions innovation and continuous improvement while working on the landmark Sizewell C project. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will benefit from 27 days of annual leave, a comprehensive pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements, all within a dynamic team environment that fosters collaboration and professional development. This role not only offers exposure to significant infrastructure projects but also aligns with Britain's Net Zero ambitions, making it a meaningful opportunity for those looking to make a real impact in their careers.
