At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial strategy for major renewable energy projects and influence executive decisions.
- Company: OCU, a leader in renewable energy and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with competitive salary and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to work on complex projects in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of energy transition while leading a high-performing team.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in commercial leadership and contract negotiation.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 £ per year.
OCU are looking for an exceptional Head of Commercial to lead the commercial function across a portfolio of some of the UK's most significant renewable energy and non-regulated infrastructure projects. You will lead the commercial strategy behind the UK's energy transition. This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished reputable commercial leader based in the South to shape strategy, influence executive decision‑making, and lead a high‑performing commercial team delivering complex projects across Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Data Centres, Independent Connection Provider (ICP) projects, Offshore Wind and wider energy infrastructure.
As the senior commercial authority within the business, you’ll combine strategic leadership with hands‑on commercial expertise, ensuring our projects are commercially robust, contractually secure, and consistently deliver outstanding value for both our clients and our business. If you thrive on negotiating major contracts, developing exceptional commercial teams, and driving commercial excellence across a growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, you’ll take ownership of the commercial strategy across multiple major projects from bid through to final.
Head of Commercial (South) in London employer: OCU Group
At OCU, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the utilities and energy sector, offering a dynamic work environment in Reading that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge in high voltage electrical systems. With a strong focus on safety and excellence, we provide a supportive culture where every individual can thrive and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of infrastructure engineering.