Commercial Manager
Commercial Manager
Location: Bristol
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Engineering division at NG Bailey, supporting the commercial delivery of Ministry of Defence (MOD) projects across the region, based in Bristol.
As one of the UK's leading Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) contractors, NG Bailey specialises in delivering complex building services installations across a range of sectors, including defence, infrastructure, healthcare and commercial developments.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading commercial role across significant defence projects, overseeing the commercial performance of specialist M&E installations within technically challenging and highly regulated environments.
Working closely with our project delivery teams and senior management, you'll take responsibility for managing commercial risks, contractual obligations, financial performance and subcontractor relationships, whilst providing leadership and guidance to the wider commercial team.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the commercial team, ensuring successful commercial delivery and performance across multiple projects.
Ensure our safety-first culture is maintained throughout all project activities.
Oversee commercial risk and opportunity management, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Manage contractual obligations, change control and compensation events in accordance with NEC contracts.
Work closely with project teams to monitor costs, forecasts, budgets and overall commercial performance.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
Lead commercial negotiations, including variations, contractual matters and final account settlements.
Oversee subcontractor procurement, account management and commercial performance.
Ensure accurate commercial reporting, payment applications and cash flow forecasting.
Support senior management with contract reviews, business planning and financial reporting.
Provide leadership, mentoring and development to members of the commercial team.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Commercial Manager with significant commercial responsibility, ideally within the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) sector.
Strong working knowledge and practical experience of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4) is essential.
Experience managing the commercial delivery of large-scale construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.
Demonstrable experience leading and managing commercial teams.
Strong understanding of subcontract management, change control, compensation events and commercial risk management.
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
Relevant degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management would be advantageous.
Previous experience working on MOD or defence projects would be beneficial but is not essential.
Must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance due to the nature of the projects.
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare
Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health support, counselling and legal advice
Employee discounts
Personal development and career progression opportunities
Flexible benefits