Commercial Manager in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time No home office possible

Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Birmingham

Sector: Rail

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive Salary + car / car allowance + other benefits.

About the Role

We are looking for a commercially driven and strategically minded Commercial Manager to lead the financial and contractual delivery of complex infrastructure programmes across the rail sector. This is a leadership role that demands strong stakeholder engagement, commercial foresight, and the ability to drive value throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial strategy and execution across multiple high-value rail and aviation projects
Oversee contract management, including negotiation, administration, and dispute resolution under NEC contracts
Manage cost planning, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring robust financial governance and risk mitigation
Drive value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives in collaboration with project and design teams
Lead procurement strategies, supplier engagement, and subcontractor performance reviews
Develop and maintain client relationships, ensuring transparency, trust, and commercial alignment
Provide strategic input into bid development, tender evaluations, and commercial submissions
Mentor and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial professionals, fostering a high-performance culture

Requirements

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
Chartered status (MRICS, MCIPS, or equivalent) preferred but not essential
Minimum 8-10 years\’ experience in commercial roles, with significant exposure to rail and/or aviation infrastructure
Proven track record in managing multi-million-pound contracts and commercial teams
Deep understanding of NEC3/4 Contracts options A, C & E.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel across the UK as required