Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Rail Infrastructure

Location: London (2–3 days per week in the office, typically Tuesday to Thursday, with site visits as required)
Sector: Rail Infrastructure – Renewals & Electrification

About the Role

We are supporting a top consultancy in London who are expanding our commercial team to support a major rail renewals and electrification framework across the Southern region. We are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in infrastructure delivery and commercial management to play a key role in the successful delivery of ongoing framework works.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional who understands the demands of long-term infrastructure frameworks, high-volume work packages and the importance of robust financial control, accurate reporting and effective collaboration between commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial management of rail infrastructure renewals and electrification works across the framework. Oversee financial forecasting, cost control, commercial reporting and performance monitoring. Manage purchase orders (POs), commitments and expenditure, ensuring accurate tracking and financial governance. Produce and review monthly commercial reports, forecasts and cost performance information for clients and internal stakeholders. Maintain robust commercial records and ensure the team remains audit-ready, with strong processes and contractual compliance. Work closely with project delivery and operational teams to align commercial objectives with site activities and programme requirements. Monitor commercial risks and opportunities, identifying areas for improved performance and cost efficiency.Support effective contract administration and commercial management in accordance with NEC contracts. Provide commercial leadership, guidance and support to the wider commercial team .Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or senior commercial leadership role within rail or infrastructure. Strong experience working on rail renewals, electrification, maintenance or similar infrastructure frameworks. Excellent understanding of NEC contracts, ideally NEC4.Demonstrable experience in financial forecasting, cost control, commercial reporting and performance management.Experience managing purchase orders and commercial commitments; knowledge of Oracle would be advantageous.Strong client-facing skills, including the preparation and presentation of commercial reports. Experience maintaining robust commercial governance, contractual records and audit-ready processes. Ability to bring commercial and operational teams together to improve delivery and financial performance. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive, organised and commercially focused approach, with the ability to operate effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Desirable Qualifications

MRICS, MCIOB, MCInstCES or working towards a relevant professional qualification. Previous experience working with Network Rail or on major rail renewals frameworks.

Working Arrangements

The role is based around the Southern region, with regular attendance at the London office two to three days per week, typically Tuesday to Thursday. Site visits will be required as appropriate to support framework delivery.