Our client is an end-to-end solutions provider for global digital networks, designing, building, and managing solutions for hyper-scale networks on a B2B basis. We are looking for a Senior Commercial Manager with 10 years civils and Telecoms (ideally fibre deployment) experience gained within a major capital build / infrastructure programme. If you have limited Telecoms but substantial Utilities experience our client will also consider you. Typically you will have started your career as a Quantity Surveyor before becoming a Commercial Manager. Reporting to the COO, you will have around 5 direct reports (QS, Project Co-ordinators and Commercial Analysts) who are already a successful team but will benefit from your leadership skills. This is a full-time hybrid role as a Commercial Manager located in the Midlands or Northern UK with some flexibility for remote work. The Commercial Manager will be responsible for business planning, contract management, team management, and analytical skills in overseeing commercial operations and driving growth. There is a separate PMO and Operations department involved in specific deployments and delivery. Your focus will be on the Commercial contract aspects. Your contract experience must include NEC3 & NEC4, JCT, ECC or TSC. Proficient in contract resolution (upstream and downstream), your solid Early Warning Notice (EWN) expertise will ensure that you can minimise or mitigate risk. You will be using customer portals to ensure the Engineers reports, CVRs, AFPs & PNs are all aligned and reconciled against contract requirements. You will manage Capex & Opex spend, working closely with the Finance team. Your strong financial management and reporting experience will be put to good use through leading on maximising value and minimising costs for projects. Youll develop monthly, quarterly and annual revenue budgets and report on actuals against budgets. Qualifications required Commercial Management and Contract Management expertise (NEC & JCT accredited preferred) Analytical Skills and Business Planning abilities Experience in Team Management Strong negotiation and communication skills Knowledge of commercial law and regulations Industry knowledge of Telecoms &/or Utilities (Gas, Electricity, Water etc) Relevant Bachelor's degree in QS, Construction, Commerce, or related field Other companies may call this role Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Head of Commercial Management, Commercial Lead. We are hiring for our client now -all applications will receive a reply. If shortlisted, you will receive a full job description and a video interview with us for initial screening on behalf of our client. Our client and Orilion /Our Vacanciesare inclusive employers and value diversity in their workforces. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.