Commercial Manager – Rail – Outside IR35

Huddersfield, Yorkshire
Matchtech

Our client, a prominent entity within the rail industry, is currently seeking a skilled Commercial Manager with a strong background in Quantity Surveying for a contract position in Huddersfield. This is a 6-month assignment working on a major rail project, with requirements to be in the office three days a week. The role operates outside IR35, offering a significant opportunity for professional growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

The Commercial Manager will oversee various work packages as directed, including:

• Providing commercial management for Design, Installation, Test & Commission, Materials, Telecoms, Electrification, Power, Plant, Professional Services, Civil Engineering, and Permanent Way
• Managing project work package change control and cost management, including forecasting and budget control
• Offering contractual and commercial support to Project Managers and Engineering teams
• Actively managing and mitigating work package risks
• Ensuring compliance with company processes and document control standards
• Maintaining auditable records and ensuring alignment with contractual requirements
• Interfacing with key stakeholders, including finance, project management, engineering, sub-contractors, suppliers, and clients
• Contributing to internal and external commercial reports as required

Job Requirements:

Ideal candidates will possess:

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Contracts Administrator within a contractor-side project environment (essential)
• Experience in related industries such as rail, engineering, defence, or construction (essential)
• Degree qualification or equivalent, and/or working towards professional qualifications such as RICS or IACCM (essential)
• Strong track record in contractor-side project environments (essential)
• Ability to manage both direct labour and subcontract costs (essential)
• Proficiency in estimating changes/variations using various methods (essential)
• Capability to forecast costs and measure work completion (essential)
• Good negotiation skills and the ability to manage commercial strategies (essential)
• Competence in working with minimal supervision and managing expectations (essential)
• Strong financial and commercial acumen (essential)
• Self-initiative and the ability to perform under cost or time-critical conditions (essential)
• Good contractual knowledge and experience (essential)
• Confidence in dealing with internal and external stakeholders at all levels (essential)

If you are an experienced Commercial Manager with a background in Quantity Surveying, and are looking for an engaging contract role within the rail industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client’s dynamic team in Huddersfield.