Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Location: Norwich (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £95-£105k + car allowance and bonus + additional benefits package

We are currently partnering with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to support the delivery of major infrastructure and civils projects across the region. This is a key strategic hire for the business, offering long-term progression, genuine influence within the commercial function, and a flexible working structure.

This role will be based in Norwich, with travel to project sites as required. The company supports hybrid working, allowing a balance between office, site, and home-based work where appropriate.

Our client operates across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering works including highways, infrastructure, utilities, and public realm schemes. They are seeking a commercially strong professional who can confidently manage contractual risk, protect commercial position, and drive value throughout project lifecycles.

This is not a passive commercial role the successful candidate will be expected to challenge where necessary, hold firm in negotiations, and act as a strong commercial voice within project teams.

• Lead commercial management across multiple civils projects from pre-contract through to final account.
• Administer and manage contracts (NEC experience highly desirable).
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities.
• Oversee valuations, variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Provide robust contractual advice to operational teams and senior stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff where required.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams while protecting the company s commercial interests.
• Support tendering and procurement strategies alongside senior leadership.

You will likely have:

• A proven background within civil engineering or infrastructure construction.
• Strong contractual knowledge, ideally within NEC forms of contract.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex commercial matters and negotiations.
• The ability to challenge constructively, someone commercially assertive rather than a yes person.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience overseeing multiple projects or frameworks simultaneously.
• Degree qualified (Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar) or equivalent industry experience.