Commercial Lead
- Posted 05 January 2026
- Salary £100k - 110k per year
- LocationGreater London
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Rail
- ReferenceJO0000063424
Job description
Are you a Senior Commercial Manager with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor?
Do you have pre and post-contract expertise, ideally across a major programme of works?
Location: Central London
Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days from home
Salary: £100,000 to £110,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking an Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead to support a main contractor on a multitude of rail signalling projects. Due to the nature of the work, only candidates with experience of major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor can be considered for this opportunity.
This role is ideal for a commercially astute Commercial Manager with strong pre and post-contract experience, as well as proven ability to lead a commercial team. As a Commercial Lead, the successful candidate will take ownership of contract review, subcontractor negotiation, supplier management, and ensuring robust commercial performance across the partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver all aspects of pre and post-contract commercial management.
- Lead a commercial unit consisting of commercial managers and quantity surveyors.
- Undertake contract reviews and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Oversee procurement and supply chain management.
- Manage variations, valuations, and cost forecasting.
Essential
- Experience on major rail projects for a Tier 1 contractor.
- Confident in contract reviews and subcontractor negotiation.
Desirable
- Signalling project experience
- Rail partnership experience