Commercial Manager - Infrastructure / Coastal & Partnerships

Location: Bradford-based with future hybrid working at Leeds Valley Park (2 days in the office per week; moving to Leeds in summer 2026).

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape all commercial activity across a high-profile capital delivery sub-programme, driving success from inception through to completion.
• Develop and deliver innovative commercial strategies that maximise value, enhance investment returns, and proactively minimise risk.
• Play a pivotal role in bid and tender processes, reviewing documentation and identifying opportunities and risks to strengthen submissions.
• Take ownership of contracts end-to-end, including preparing, negotiating, and managing agreements (NEC3/NEC4), ensuring robust and fair commercial outcomes.
• Partner closely with procurement and supply chain teams to drive performance, optimise supplier relationships, and unlock additional value.
• Proactively manage contractual obligations, ensuring compliance while confidently handling variations and resolving disputes.
• Drive strong financial performance through accurate forecasting, cost control, and insightful reporting across the programme.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities, both within and beyond budget, to enhance overall programme value.
• Actively identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks while capitalising on emerging opportunities to strengthen delivery outcomes.
• Ensure all activities align with contractual, legal, and industry standards, maintaining excellence in governance and compliance.
• Provide clear, insightful performance reporting, influencing senior stakeholders and supporting strategic decision-making.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners, acting as a trusted commercial adviser.
• Act as a key commercial interface across stakeholders, supporting collaboration, successful delivery, and future business growth.

Qualifications and requirements

• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to drive cost control, forecasting, and maximise value and return on investment.
• Solid understanding of UK contract forms (e.g. NEC) and confidence applying them in complex environments.
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence stakeholders and deliver strong commercial outcomes.
• Proficient in Excel and commercial/finance systems to support analysis and decision-making.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate across teams to drive performance.
• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail and sound commercial judgement.
• Confident communicator, able to engage and influence both senior leaders and delivery teams.
• Resilient and adaptable, with a proactive, results-focused approach.
• Relevant degree in Business, Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Finance, or similar discipline (desirable).
• Track record of managing complex, multi-million-pound contracts and commercial activity.

We operate 24/7 and support flexible working patterns and job-share options where possible to help balance work and home life.

Application information

The closing date for this role is 1 July 2026. If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Check. Depending on the role, additional security vetting may be required. All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, with further medicals when required. We are committed to accessibility in our recruitment process and offer adjustments as needed. If you have an accessibility need or disability, please indicate this in your application so we can discuss reasonable adjustments. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date if needed. No agencies please.