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Commercial Manager
Balfour Beatty Plc
Manage commercial aspects of a £800M infrastructure project, ensuring margin, risk and cashflow.
14d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
26,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Support services
Infrastructure investments
Project management
Engineering
Asset operation and maintenance
Infrastructure financing
Rail construction
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Off-site solutions
Pipe fabrication and installation
Infrastructure Investments
Construction Services
Support Services
Civil engineering
Building
Role
What you would be doing
subcontract management
margin forecasting
contract management
financial management
cashflow management
risk management
- Working with procurement surveyors to ensure that subcontracts are placed in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
- Providing commercial assurance of project margin performance through accurate forecasting and identification of issues giving rise to commercial risk
- Understand the requirements of the customers in specific sectors, where applicable, and ensure that projects are managed commercially to satisfy those requirements.
- Support the project delivery team in the management of the contract (including managing warranties), creating commercial value
- Responsible for the financial management of a major, complex project or several projects from inception, tendering, negotiating and agreeing contracts and then commercially delivering Projects often worth many tens of millions of pounds.
- Management of commercial performance, cashflow, margin management (commercial value creation) and commercial risk on allocated projects
- Integral part of the project senior leadership team where they hold key responsibilities associated with the commercial and financial success of each project.
- Identify any potential disputes, provide appropriate reports and ensure that issues are escalated appropriately
- Ensure appropriate management of commercial risks
- Ensuring Balfour Beatty Group Minimum Commercial Expectations are applied consistently across projects under management
- As the commercial manager within a Delivery Unit operational team, support the Commercial
- Commercial assurance of the projects under management
What you bring
commercial awareness
project management
risk management
procurement
team leadership
rics
- Proven skills in commercial awareness, client liaison, project management and team leadership. They will also have an extensive understanding of the construction industry, flexibility and a talent for negotiation.
- Experienced individuals who have risen through the ranks of the industry and their role is broad and includes anything from risk management to procurement, financial reporting and managing the supply chain.
- Demonstrable experience in a specific sector—such as energy, infrastructure, or construction—may be required. The individual will hold appropriate qualifications, and professional membership of the RICS, CIOB, or ICE is desirable.
- Track record of managing and developing a commercial team and be themselves a Chartered Member or Fellow of the RICS, ICES or CIOB, and a mentor/role model to other commercial staff on their journey to becoming professionally qualified.
- The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to operate successfully in a commercial environment, with proven experience managing project commercial performance. A strong sense of commercial awareness is essential, particularly in assessing margin, risk, and cashflow across complex infrastructure programmes.
- 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave
- Competitive salary + car / car allowance
- Pension scheme: Up to 5% employee & 7% employer contributions
- Professional development: Access to a broad range of learning opportunities, including qualifications
- 4 weeks full pay for paternity/partner leave
- Employee Assistance Programme for support and well-being
- Volunteering opportunities: Up to 2 days per year
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- 37.5-hour workweek (Monday to Friday)
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Company
Overview
1909
Year Founded
The company was established in 1909, marking the beginning of its infrastructure legacy.
£10 billion
Annual Revenues
The company generated around £10 billion in revenue during the 2024 financial year.
FTSE 250
Stock Exchange Ranking
The company is listed among the top 250 firms on the FTSE Stock Exchange.
- It finances, designs, constructs and maintains roads, rail, energy plants, water systems, buildings and communities.
- Active across the UK, US, Hong Kong and Canada, it's known for ventures like HS2, Crossrail and major highway upgrades.
- Known for innovation, it uses digital tools, off-site manufacturing and automated plant to enhance safety and efficiency.
- An unusual highlight: it pioneered the Automated Cone Laying Machine, boosting roadworker safety on live highways.
- They focus on creating customer value and driving continuous improvement.
- They are distinguished by their highly skilled colleagues and partners.
- They deliver on their promises and prioritize doing the right thing.
- They prioritize personal safety above all else.
- They act responsibly to protect and enhance the planet and society.
- They foster a culture of positive communication.
- They collaborate tirelessly with their team and partners.
- They encourage growth and development continuously.
- They are committed to making a meaningful impact.
- They value every individual and their contributions.
Net Zero by 2045 & 2050
Emissions Reduction Targets
Aiming to achieve net zero for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2045 and Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
50% Emissions Cut by 2030
Carbon Reduction Goal
Joined the UN Race to Zero, committing to halve 2020 carbon emissions by 2030.
40% Waste Reduction
UK Waste Intensity Target
Achieved a 40% reduction in UK waste intensity in 2023.
£3B Social Value by 2025
Community Investment Goal
Aiming to create £3 billion of UK social value by 2025, accelerated from the original 2030 target.
- Over 300 people trained in Carbon Literacy by December 2023; 75% of UK highways procurement team completed Carbon Conscious Procurement training
- Joined the UN Race to Zero – achieving net zero by 2050
- Joined Cement 2 Zero trial to develop zero-emission cement, backed by £6.5 million government funding
- First construction company to secure Scottish Government funding to retrofit fleet to dual-fuel, aiming for ~40% carbon reduction per vehicle
60% by 2030
Minority Ethnic & Black Representation
Target to increase representation of Minority Ethnic and Black colleagues in the UK workforce by 60% from the 2021 baseline.
50% by 2030
Female Colleagues
Target to increase representation of female colleagues in the UK workforce by 50% from the 2021 baseline.
- Board‑level sponsorship for equality, diversity & inclusion by Group CEO Leo Quinn
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