Commercial Manager

Posted 14 October 2025
LocationCambridgeshire
Job type Contract
ReferenceRS/CM/AL/CB

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Cambridge
Department: Engineering / Infrastructure / Transportation
Reports to: Head of Commercial or Programme Director
Contract Type: Contract - Until Dec 2025- Maybe extended further

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Manager with a strong engineering background to lead and support commercial functions. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, chartered status, and significant experience in delivering complex projects, ideally within transportation sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of infrastructure and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and procedures .

  • Provide commercial oversight across all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility through design and delivery.

  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.

  • Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and welfare regulations.

  • Engage effectively with contractors in design and build environments to ensure commercially viable solutions and smooth project delivery.

  • Oversee preparation and review of contracts and procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with public sector.

  • Contribute to the programming and delivery of works to meet timelines and financial targets.

  • Support line management responsibilities, including performance reviews and staff development where required.

  • Utilise computer analysis tools in the assessment and delivery of technical and commercial solutions.

  • Represent the organisation in stakeholder meetings, providing clear and professional communication.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience in Signalling projects

  • Proven experience in the application of health, safety, and welfare regulations in an engineering context.

  • Strong background in project delivery in the rail sector.

  • Demonstrable experience working with contractors in a design and build environment.

  • In-depth understanding of contract conditions and commercial procedures.