Commercial Manager

Birmingham-based Salary: Base salary up to £70,000 depending on skills and experience. In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. London -based Salary: Base salary up to £75,000 depending on skills and experience.

In addition, we offer flexible benefits fund of 20% which is paid on top base salary and is fully pensionable, as well as a range of competitive benefits - check them out in the Benefits section on our website. HS2 Ltd endeavours to ensure everyone working for us and with us feels included, thrives and achieves their full potential.

In practice, this means we are positive and inclusive about making adjustments, providing flexible working, encouraging our staff networks to flourish and providing personal and professional development opportunities. As a Commercial Manager at HS2 you will have a key role in supporting the delivery of HS2’s strategic goals by building value adding supply chains with sustainable commercial relationships.

About the role

This role is responsible for delivering commercial activities within the Delivery teams. The role works alongside the supply chain and contractors within the development delivery teams, assuring and supporting their commercial activities to provide an independent view to Head of Commercial.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and review commercial documentation, works information, and contract documents to support procurement and project delivery. Lead tender evaluations, support contract awards, and contribute to contract management planning. Provide commercial oversight and assurance across delivery activities, supply chain engagements, and contractor performance.

Manage NEC3 contract administration, including variations, compensation events, payments, incentives, and cost verification. Monitor contract performance, analyse supply chain reporting, support programme reviews, and contribute to cost forecasting and savings initiatives. Provide commercial advice, support dispute resolution, and maintain strong relationships with key contractors and stakeholders.

Lead and review project estimates, governance approvals, change controls, and risk drawdown processes. Manage and develop commercial team members, setting objectives and supporting performance and capability growth. Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of commercial policies, processes, procedures, and best practice across the organisation.