Commercial Manager

Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
Glenelly Recruitment Solutions

Job Title: Commercial Manager – Electrical Connections and Utilities

Location: Kilmarnock

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: £40-45K

Job Description

Glenelly Infrastructure solutions have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager – SPEN Framework to join our Power & Civils Distribution business based in Scotland.

Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions has been awarded the framework for the with maintenance and modernisation of existing underground LV network and new services for SPEN. While this particular framework will run approximately 5 years, we expect to be awarded more of these frameworks in the near- and long-term future. If stability is important to you, look no further than Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management:

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to ensure project profitability and risk mitigation.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Monitor and manage budgets, cash flow, and financial forecasting for projects.
• Conduct regular financial performance reviews and provide reports to senior management.

Contractual Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and provide guidance on contract interpretation and disputes.
• Negotiate variations, extensions, and claims in line with project and company requirements.
• Manage all commercial documentation, including payment applications, valuations, and change management records.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Act as the primary commercial point of contact for clients, ensuring strong and positive relationships.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and operational teams to align commercial objectives with project delivery.
• Lead commercial discussions with stakeholders, presenting clear and concise information.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and financial risks associated with projects.
• Ensure that project risks are communicated effectively and incorporated into project planning.

Team Leadership:

• Mentor and manage junior commercial staff, providing training and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative working environment, promoting best practices in commercial management.

Key Requirements

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager within the electrical connections, utilities, or related construction/engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, including NEC, JCT, or FIDIC contracts.
• Demonstrable expertise in budgeting, cost management, and financial reporting.
• Experience in managing multi-million-pound projects or portfolios.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial management software.

Desirable:

• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIPS, or a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• Experience in renewable energy, smart grids, or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with utility regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Proactive approach to managing challenges and finding solutions.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Career development opportunities, including training and professional growth.
• Involvement in innovative and impactful projects within the utilities sector.

If you have a proven track record in commercial management and are eager to make a significant impact within electrical connections and utilities, we encourage you to apply.

Why work for us

Our skilled and dedicated teams deliver a range of proactive and reactive services within the UK to support our clients (DNOs & Private Companies) on all aspects of overhead line and underground projects. We specialise in Low voltage and high voltage works up to and including 66kv along with associated civils and reinstalment. Our contracts range from small schemes to major projects in all aspects of the electrical distribution network. Our people are our biggest asset, and we focus on recruiting, training, and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package, and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level.

About us

Glenelly Infrastructure Solutions teams works with regional, national network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions. With experience and expertise across the full spectrum of the electricity grid our teams have capability across overhead lines, underground cable networks, and substations. We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic, and innovative organisation.