Commercial Manager Newport, Southeast Wales Permanent salary + benefits package We are looking for an experienced and driven Commercial Manager to join our Welsh Water Design & Build Framework. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects while leading and developing a high-performing commercial team. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, you will be part of a supportive and ambitious environment where you can make a significant impact, contribute to major projects across Wales, and help shape the future growth and success of the framework. Role Responsibilities * Lead and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors, including direct line management of Senior Quantity Surveyors. * Mentor, coach, and develop commercial team members, establishing objectives and monitoring performance. * Oversee the commercial performance of all call-off contracts delivered under the Welsh Water Framework Agreement. * Ensure accurate and timely financial forecasting, reporting, and commercial governance across all projects. * Manage and review monthly reporting processes, including client reporting, internal CVR, cost management, change management, and cash flow reporting. * Ensure subcontract management activities are undertaken in accordance with contract requirements and company procedures. * Monitor subcontractor and internal performance against programme, budget, and commercial objectives. * Implement and continuously improve commercial systems, reporting procedures, and governance frameworks to drive efficiency, consistency, and best practice. * Lead commercial risk management activities and provide strategic commercial advice to project delivery teams. Skills, Experience and Qualifications * Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline. * Proven experience leading commercial teams within infrastructure, utilities, or construction environments. * Strong history of delivering commercial performance across multiple projects and programmes. * Extensive NEC3 contract administration experience, including ECC Option A, Compensation Events, Early Warnings, and dispute resolution. * Strong knowledge of main contract and subcontract management. * Experience managing monthly reporting processes, including CVRs, client reporting, change management, cost control, and cash management. * Advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting expertise. * Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling and reporting. * Experience developing reporting templates, dashboards, and performance metrics. * Knowledge of commercial governance and control frameworks. * Experience using COINS or similar commercial management systems. * Practical knowledge of Power BI and data visualisation tools. What is in it for you? * Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days. * Flexible and adaptable working * Family friendly policies and work/life approach * Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support * Contributory pension scheme * Annual bonus scheme * Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role) * We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more. If you are interested and want further details, please don’t hesitate to get in touch