United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.
Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.
Our company is split into two business areas:
Utility Infrastructure –
Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.
Social Infrastructure -
Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.
Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.
Commercial Manager – Social Infrastructure (Pre-Construction)
📍 South of England (Hybrid Working Available)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our growing Social Infrastructure Pre-Construction team, supporting the development of complex, high-value projects across the South of England.
This is a key strategic role at the front end of project delivery, where you will shape commercial strategy, manage risk, and influence project viability across a diverse portfolio including healthcare, education, housing, and public sector infrastructure schemes.
You will work collaboratively with bid, design, operational and client teams to ensure commercially robust, competitive, and deliverable proposals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial input into pre-construction activities, including bids, tenders, and early contractor involvement (ECI) engagements
- Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and financial modelling for complex schemes
- Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities at early stages
- Provide strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders and clients
- Support procurement strategy development and supply chain engagement
- Prepare and review pricing strategies, tender submissions, and contract terms
- Ensure alignment with governance, compliance, and internal commercial procedures
- Contribute to value engineering and optioneering to maximise project outcomes
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key partners
About You
- Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior QS role, ideally within pre-construction or bid environments
- Strong track record delivering complex infrastructure or major project tenders (£20m+)
- Experience in social infrastructure sectors (e.g. healthcare, education, residential, or public sector schemes)
- Excellent understanding of procurement routes, contracts (NEC/JCT), and risk management
- Commercially astute with the ability to influence strategic decision-making
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
- Professional membership (RICS or equivalent) desirable
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, meaningful projects that improve communities
- A collaborative and forward-thinking pre-construction environment
- Competitive salary and package
- Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
- Clear career progression within a growing business
Why Join Us?
This is a chance to play a pivotal role in shaping complex, socially impactful projects from inception. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and commercial excellence, with the opportunity to influence outcomes at the earliest stages.
Apply
If you are a commercially driven professional looking to step into a strategic pre-construction role, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.
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