Commercial Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 1, 2026. SES scores A on the Alion truth index.
The Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our SES South division. You will lead the commercial strategy across one or more projects throughout the full project lifecycle, helping to maximise profitability, cash flow and value while managing commercial and contractual risk. Alongside overseeing projects with a cumulative value of up to £60 million, you will lead, coach and develop commercial teams, working collaboratively with customers, supply chain partners and regional stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
What you'll be doing:
- Develop, agree and implement commercial strategies across the full project lifecycle, covering both pre- and post-contract activity.
- Lead the commercial management of projects, including cost control, change management, cash collection, risk and opportunity management, and dispute avoidance.
- Ensure contractual obligations are understood, communicated and managed effectively across project teams.
- Produce accurate and timely commercial reporting, including cost value reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, procurement updates and risk registers.
- Maintain robust commercial records, contractual notices and progress reporting to protect SES's contractual entitlement.
- Develop effective relationships with customers, subcontractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to support project delivery and future opportunities.
- Lead, coach and mentor commercial team members, supporting their performance, career development and professional growth.
- Act as a point of escalation for key commercial decisions, ensuring appropriate governance and compliance with delegated authority requirements.
What you will bring:
- Strong commercial management experience within construction, building services or a similarly complex project environment.
- A sound understanding of procurement, cost reporting, cash flow management and upstream and downstream contract administration.
- Knowledge of standard forms of construction contract, such as NEC and JCT, with the ability to identify and manage commercial risk.
- Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and influence positive outcomes.
- A relevant degree, equivalent practical knowledge gained through another route, or demonstrable experience at the required level. Membership of a relevant professional body, such as RICS or CIOB, would be desirable.
What we will offer you:
- The opportunity to lead the commercial delivery of significant and complex projects across the SES South division.
- A visible and influential role within the regional business, working closely with operational, commercial and project leadership teams.
- Opportunities to develop your leadership capabilities while coaching and supporting the continued growth of commercial colleagues.
- A collaborative working environment where your commercial expertise, ideas and contribution to wider business performance will be valued.
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Flexible working
- Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
- Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
- Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…
- Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
- Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.
Our commitments:
SES is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [email protected]