Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead – Major Infrastructure Project (South Wales)

Location: Margam, South Wales
Salary/Package: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are recruiting for a Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead to join a leading main contractor delivering a major substation build in South Wales. This is a senior-level role suited to someone with extensive commercial management experience in infrastructure, civil engineering, utilities or energy projects.

This is an outstanding long-term career opportunity to work with a highly respected contractor on a high-profile infrastructure scheme, overseeing commercial performance and leading a substantial commercial team. You will report directly to the Commercial Director and play a key role in the successful delivery of a major programme of works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial function for a major substation construction project
• Oversee cost control, forecasting, budgeting, and contract administration
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, valuations and payments
• Ensure commercial and contractual compliance across all project activities
• Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal teams
• Drive commercial strategy to maximise project value and minimise risk
• Mentor, support and lead a growing commercial team
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership including the Commercial Director

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor stepping up
• Strong background within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities or energy projects
• Solid knowledge of NEC contracts (preferred)
• Track record of leading or supporting commercial teams
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage complex, large-scale projects with multiple stakeholders
• Driven, proactive and capable of taking ownership at a senior level

What’s on Offer

• Senior role on a major infrastructure project
• Long-term opportunity with strong future pipeline
• High level of ownership, influence and progression potential
• Competitive salary + benefits package
• Work on a flagship scheme shaping the future of regional energy infrastructure

This is an ideal role for a Commercial Manager seeking a high-profile project, or a Senior QS ready to take the next step into commercial leadership.

Apply Now – Take the next step in your commercial career.

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