Commercial manager
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89 days left
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
December 24, 2026
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Location
Tyndall Street
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Salary
£65,000 - £85,000 /year
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Career level
Manager / Lead Level
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Qualification
Relevant Degree / HND and proven major infrastructure project management experience
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Experience
5+ Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Commercial manager to join their project team in Tyndall Street, delivering critical civil and building infrastructure. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.
Locations: Margam Substation & Port Talbot Substation (South Wales) Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, with benefits package
Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 6972
- Project / Base Location: Laing O’Rourke, Tyndall Street, , CF10 4BZ, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 5+ Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £65,000 – £85,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Commercial & Contractual Management
- Manage all commercial aspects of works across Margam and Port Talbot Substations.
- Oversee contract administration, ensuring obligations are met and risks are mitigated.
- Lead commercial reviews, valuations, and applications for payment.
- Manage change control processes, including identification, evaluation, and agreement of variations.
- Administer and settle subcontractor accounts, ensuring fair and timely commercial resolution.
- Financial Control & Reporting
- Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliation.
- Monitor project performance against budgets, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Support the preparation of monthly commercial dashboards and project review information.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in commercial management within utilities, energy, substations, civil engineering, or related infrastructure sectors.
- Strong understanding of NEC or similar contract suites.
- Excellent commercial judgement, negotiation ability, and communication skills.
- A proactive approach to risk management and cost control.
- Strong stakeholder-management skills and a collaborative working style.
What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)
- Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
- Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
- Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
- Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly for this Opportunity
This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.