Commercial Manager - Infrastructure
London | £75,000 - £82,000 + Benefits
A Commercial Manager is required to lead post-contract commercial activity on a major infrastructure programme in London. The role includes line management of two Commercial Managers and full responsibility for commercial delivery across a portfolio of complex works.
Candidates must have solid post-contract experience under NEC contracts, with a strong track record of managing compensation events, assessing entitlement, and agreeing final accounts. A detailed understanding of cost drivers and the ability to produce accurate and timely cost reports is essential.
The role will also involve close collaboration with the contractor\'s commercial team - reviewing methodology and design proposals to mitigate risk and avoid unnecessary cost escalation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all post-contract commercial activity across the programme
- Manage and support two Commercial Managers
- Evaluate change control, compensation events, and delay-related claims
- Lead agreement of final accounts
- Produce accurate cost reports and forecasts for internal and client reporting
- Work with contractor teams to assess and influence methodology and design changes
- Ensure robust commercial governance is maintained throughout delivery
Requirements:
- Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts post-contract
- Background in civil engineering, preferably with contractor-side experience
- Proven ability to manage complex commercial delivery and lead teams
- Skilled in producing and presenting detailed cost reports
- Commercially confident when negotiating with contractors and resolving disputes
Benefits include:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down
- Private medical insurance, life assurance, and employer-matched pension
- Flexible working and wellbeing allowance
- Professional subscription support
Contact Detail:
Pegasus Search & Selection Recruiting Team
