Senior Commercial Manager

Senior Commercial Manager – Suffolk (3 days per week on site)

£60,000–£70,000 + benefits 

A leading construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join their team, supporting major civils and enabling‑works programmes across Suffolk. This is a key hire for a high‑profile framework, offering long‑term stability, complex workstreams and genuine professional influence.

The Opportunity

You’ll take a senior commercial lead across a portfolio of civils and enabling‑works projects, ensuring robust commercial governance, accurate forecasting and effective contract administration. The role is heavily NEC‑focused and ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, high‑accountability environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage commercial performance across multiple civils/enabling‑works packages

Lead on NEC3 contract administration, including early warnings and compensation events

Oversee payment applications, valuations and cost reporting

Provide commercial risk management and strategic advice to project leadership

Support procurement activities and supply‑chain engagement

Ensure compliance with client processes and governance frameworks

About You

10+ years’ commercial management experience within civils, infrastructure or enabling works

Strong working knowledge of NEC3 contracts (essential)

Proven experience managing compensation events and payment applications

Confident operating within large, multi‑disciplinary project environments

Eligible for BPSS clearance

Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills

What’s on Offer

£60,000–£70,000 salary depending on experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Long‑term, stable programme of work

Senior‑level influence within a respected consultancy

Hybrid structure: 3 days per week on site in Suffolk