Head of Commercial - #2192522

Head of Commercial – Rail & Highways

Up to £100,000 | Birmingham | Hybrid (3 days in office)

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role, where you can genuinely influence the projects you work on and how the commercial function operates?

I'm recruiting for an exciting opportunity with an established infrastructure consultancy, looking for someone to take ownership of its commercial function, lead a team and play a key role in its continued growth.

This isn't a position where you'll simply be handed projects to manage. You'll have the autonomy to identify opportunities, decide which tenders are worth pursuing and take ownership of the projects you help bring into the business.

The Role

• Lead and oversee the commercial function, providing direction and support to the existing team.
• Identify and assess new project opportunities, taking ownership of which bids and tenders the business pursues.
• Lead commercial input into bids, tender submissions, pricing and procurement.
• Run and manage your own infrastructure projects, remaining hands-on with commercial delivery.
• Oversee NEC contract administration, cost control, valuations, compensation events and change management.
• Manage commercial risk, budgets, forecasting and financial performance.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop the commercial team, providing guidance and support where needed.
• Work closely with senior leadership to influence commercial strategy and business growth.

What You'll Need

• A strong Quantity Surveying background, degree qualified.
• Significant experience within rail, highways or wider infrastructure.
• Previous experience at Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager or Head of Commercial level.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Experience leading bids, tenders, pricing and commercial negotiations.
• The ability to lead a team while remaining involved in project delivery.
• Strong commercial judgement, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered status (RICS or equivalent) would be highly desirable.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £100,000.
• Competitive annual bonus and profit-share opportunities.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Private healthcare and a comprehensive wellbeing package.
• Enhanced pension and life assurance.
• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Birmingham office.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Genuine autonomy to shape the commercial function, influence project selection and lead your own projects.

Interested? If you're looking for a role offering more autonomy, influence and ownership over your commercial career, I'd love to have a confidential conversation.

Get in touch to find out more or send me a message for further details.