Commercial Manager - Rail
Location: Suffolk - Hybrid/Flexible Working
Sector: Rail / Infrastructure / Civil Engineering
Salary: Up to £87,000 D.O.E
Join as the Commercial Manager Leading a £100m Rail Scheme
Navartis is working in partnership with a major infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Commercial Manager - Rail for a multi-disciplinary project worth over £100m. This high-profile role involves Civils, P-Way, and Signalling interface works and will be delivered across both London and the Eastern Region.
As the Commercial Manager, you'll act as the commercial lead on the project and play a key role within the leadership team. You'll work closely with the Project Director and Regional Commercial Lead to manage the project through all lifecycle phases-from early contractor involvement through to final delivery.
Responsibilities of the Commercial Manager - Rail
- Full ownership of monthly CVRs and associated commercial reporting
- Represent commercial progress to divisional leadership and project stakeholders
- Lead and manage the commercial aspects of the £100m+ rail infrastructure project
- Interpret tender specifications and support the preparation of accurate cost estimates
- Resolve commercial and contractual issues, applying your knowledge of SCL Protocol and dispute resolution
- Collaborate across procurement, supply chain, and project planning teams
- Manage disallowed costs, variation controls, and commercial risk registers
- Maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key contact on all commercial matters
- Deputise for the Regional Commercial Lead as required
- Mentor and manage a high-performing commercial team
- Promote a culture of diversity, inclusion, innovation, and high performance
What We're Looking For in a Commercial Manager - Rail
- BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent practical experience
- Minimum 8-10 years' commercial experience on complex infrastructure or rail projects
- Strong NEC / Target Cost Contract experience, including managing audits
- Proven ability to lead commercial performance across multidisciplinary rail or civils projects
- Member of RICS or ICES (or actively working towards this status)
- Experience managing and developing commercial teams in a project environment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage senior stakeholders
- Resilient, strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset
- Demonstrated commitment to mentoring, community engagement, and inclusive team leadership
Why Apply for the Commercial Manager - Rail Role?
- Be the commercial lead on a landmark rail project valued at £100m+
- Join a high-performing delivery unit with excellent senior leadership
- Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available
- Opportunity to influence and shape commercial strategy and outcomes
- Excellent progression potential within a forward-thinking infrastructure business
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Commercial Manager - Rail professional ready to lead a flagship project, reach out to Edward Russell for a confidential conversation:
Edward.Russell@navartis.co.uk