Commercial Manager – Rail – OUTSIDE IR35

Leading rail main contracting company seeks a Commercial Manager with experience of working in the rail industry, for a outside IR35 contract opportunity in Birmingham.

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you will provide essential commercial support throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery within time and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing project work package change control, cost and budget management, and forecasting
Serving as the primary commercial interface for work package managers, and providing contractual and commercial support to Project Managers and Engineers
Contributing to internal and external commercial reports as per the Commercial Delivery Strategy
Ensuring compliance with company standards in all processes and document controls
Maintaining auditable records in line with contractual requirements
Collaborating with finance, project management, engineering teams, sub-contractors, suppliers, and clients

Job Requirements:

Experience in Quantity Surveying within a contractor-side project environment, ideally within rail, engineering, or construction industries
Degree-qualified and/or holding or working towards a professional qualification (e.g., RICS, ICES)
Proficiency in handling direct labour and subcontract costs, estimating changes and variations, and forecasting costs
Strong commercial acumen with good negotiation skills
Ability to work independently under cost or time-critical conditions, managing expectations effectively
Confidence in dealing with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally
If you are an experienced Commercial Manager looking for an excellent contract opportunity in the rail sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Birmingham and make a significant impact on rail infrastructure projects