Commercial & Project Management
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
December 24, 2026
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Location
Birmingham
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Salary
£50,000 - £70,000 /year
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Career level
Mid Level
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Qualification
Relevant educational or vocational engineering background
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Experience
3 – 5 Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Commercial & Project Management – Talent Community to register interest in power sector roles to join their project team in Birmingham supporting the landmark Great Grid project. 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.
Commercial & Project Management Professionals – Join our Power Sector Talent Community
Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 6878
- Project / Base Location: 156 Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, B3 3HN, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 3 – 5 Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £50,000 – £70,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Lead commercial governance, cost control, and project management across major National Grid Great Grid Upgrade packages.
- Administer NEC3 / NEC4 Option C target cost contracts, managing variations, compensation events, and early warnings.
- Prepare monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), cashflow forecasts, and project baseline budgets.
- Oversee procurement of high-voltage specialist packages, civil engineering contractors, and long-lead plant.
- Collaborate with client project directors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure on-time, budget-compliant delivery.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management, or related field.
- MRICS, MCIOB, or extensive proven commercial management experience on major energy/infrastructure projects.
- In-depth understanding of NEC3 / NEC4 contract mechanisms and target cost delivery.
- Strong negotiation, dispute resolution, and stakeholder management skills.
- Valid CSCS card and clean UK driving licence.
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.