b Overview /b p In this role you will lead post-award commercial governance for a portfolio of complex transport infrastructure contracts, ensuring value-for-money and risk control. You will develop and implement contract management strategies, coach a team, and strengthen governance across programmes. You’ll provide senior oversight, manage performance issues, and drive improvements with cross-functional teams. This is a high-impact position in a high-profile programme, offering a clear opportunity to shape commercial outcomes. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Up to 70,000 /li li Discretionary bonus /li li PMI /li li Up to 5% matched pension /li li 27 days annual leave /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead development and enhancement of contract management strategies and improvement initiatives /li li Establish and promote best practices, standards, templates and assurance processes /li li Manage and mentor a team responsible for strategic contract oversight and governance /li li Define governance frameworks, accountability, and escalation for high-value contracts /li li Oversee post-award activities including mobilisation, performance monitoring, risk management, change control and close-out /li li Provide expert NEC contract oversight (early warnings, compensation events, programme management, payments) /li li Support contract owners and suppliers to address performance and deliver value-for-money /li li Produce portfolio-level reporting and present recommendations to senior leadership and governance boards /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Experience developing and implementing contract management strategies or improvement programmes /li li Experience managing portfolios of contracts with senior governance and assurance responsibilities /li li Strong NEC contract management expertise (change, compensation events, risk, payments) /li li Proven ability to improve supplier performance and resolve complex contractual issues /li li Knowledge of commercial governance and procurement in regulated/public-sector environments /li li Degree, professional qualification or equivalent senior-level experience /li /ul ul li leadership /li li mentoring /li li stakeholder management /li li NEC contract management /li li change management /li li risk management /li /ul
Senior Commercial Manager – Infrastructure employer: Procurement Heads
Join a forward-thinking global industrial technology and machinery business that values innovation and transformation. With a dynamic work culture that encourages problem-solving and strategic thinking, you'll have the chance to shape global sourcing strategies and build impactful supplier partnerships. Located in Berkshire, UK, this role offers significant travel opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and a matched pension scheme, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful career growth.
