Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager Contract: 12 Month Rolling Contract Location: Bristol, BS32 4TS Hours: 37 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Rate: £328 per day (PAYE) / £446 per day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rullion is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Commercial Manager to join the Supply Chain team on a nuclear new build project.

This is an exciting opportunity to take commercial responsibility for major contracts, typically valued between £0-£50m, overseeing the full contract lifecycle from procurement and award through to delivery and final account close-out.

Working closely with the Senior Commercial Manager, Supply Chain Lead and wider project team, you will manage commercial activities, lead supplier relationships and ensure contracts are delivered in line with project objectives and governance requirements.

You will also provide support and guidance to Commercial Assistants within the team Key Responsibilities Pre-Contract & Procurement Management Support the procurement process, working alongside the Senior Commercial Manager and Supply Chain Lead.

Review contract scope, duration, value and budget requirements to establish appropriate commercial strategies. Develop and prepare Invitation to Tender (ITT) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages. Lead and support tender evaluations, commercial assessments and negotiations.

Ensure contractual terms, scope of works, technical specifications and commercial requirements are aligned with project objectives. Work collaboratively with technical, planning, safety, quality, procurement and legal stakeholders.

Identify and manage commercial risks during the procurement process. Ensure all relevant internal governance approvals are secured ahead of contract award. Post-Contract & Commercial Management Take ownership of the day-to-day commercial management and administration of allocated contracts.

Act as the primary commercial interface between the project and suppliers/contractors. Monitor contractual performance, financial commitments, costs and commercial risks. Manage contract variations, change control, compensation events and commercial claims.

Ensure contractual obligations are understood, monitored and fulfilled. Lead commercial discussions and negotiations with suppliers and contractors. Provide accurate commercial reporting, progress updates and dashboard information.

Maintain comprehensive contract documentation, commercial records and procurement files. Ensure contracts are administered in accordance with contractual conditions and project governance requirements. Contract Close-Out Lead the commercial close-out process for al...

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