Principal Project Commercial Manager

• Location(s)
• Croydon, Brighton, Glasgow, London; UK
• Recruiter Contact
• Abhijeet Barpanda
• Overview of the Role

Contract Manager in the Energy Unit with a focus on UK infrastructure consultancy contract management.

The role involves gaining experience across a wide variety of commercial disciplines including contract reviews, contract advice, cross‑border delivery, disputes, claims, tax and insurance.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including consultancy agreements, framework agreements, memorandums of understanding and non‑disclosure agreements.
• Conduct commercial reviews to identify departures from governance and assist project teams in obtaining the necessary internal approvals.
• Draft and update commercial guidance to raise awareness of recurrent topics and new regulations in key markets and jurisdictions.
• Assist Divisional Commercial Managers and other unit team members; may include leading commercial risk management for projects.
• Manage and resolve claims supported by internal Commercial and Legal functions.
• Support other Mott Mac Donald functions in governance, including liaison with the Legal Department, Ethics & Compliance, Data Protection and Insurance teams.
• Candidate Specification

Essential

• Understanding of UK infrastructure contract law and use of standardised contracts (e. g. New Engineering Contract).
• Good practical experience of the application of legal principles and commercial law.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, problem‑solve and balance competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, able to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a larger team.
• Engineering or similar degree considered, combined with relevant experience.

Desirable

• Relevant experience in a large engineering or construction company.
• Experience in utilities, consultancy or infrastructure.
• Track record of advising on contract matters across multiple jurisdictions.
• Experience delivering contract reviews, drafting and negotiations.
• UK Immigration

We are not offering sponsorship for the Skilled Worker visa route. Candidates who do not require sponsorship under other routes are welcome.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We promote fair employment practices and equal opportunities for all.

Accessibility

Support is available for disabled candidates throughout the recruitment process. Please contact reasonable. adjustments@mottmac. com for assistance.

Benefits

• Pension match between 4.5% and 7%.
• Life assurance equal up to 4× basic salary, optional increase to 6×.
• Income protection scheme and return‑to‑work support.
• Flexible benefits: additional life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
• Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
• Health cash plan for everyday health costs.
• Private menopause support programme (Peppy).
• Minimum 33–35 days holiday per year, with purchase/sale options; increased to 35 days after 5 years.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and 24 weeks shared parental leave.
• Learning and development: annual professional institution subscription and mentorship opportunities.
• Employee ownership model with personal and group performance bonuses.
• Community and social outcome groups across diverse demographics.
• Employment Details

Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Energy Discipline: Project programme and commercial management

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