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Commercial Manager - Rail LogisticsLocation: Willesden Euro Terminal - Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days from home)Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 per annumStart Date: ASAP
Are you a commercially astute construction professional with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects? We're recruiting for a Commercial Manager to join a leading rail logistics project team supporting one of the UK's most significant infrastructure developments.
The RoleYou'll be responsible for managing all commercial and contractual functions of the Rail and Road Disposal Packages across multiple project sites. Working closely with logistics leads and asset managers across 20+ locations, your role will be to ensure value for money, minimise risk, and maintain high standards throughout the project lifecycle.
This is a commercial campaign-approved role requiring strong leadership, contract management expertise, and a proactive approach to stakeholder and supply chain engagement.
Location & Working Pattern
- Willesden Euro Terminal (main site)
- 3 days per week on-site, 2 days working from home
- Travel required to other London-based sites (annual travel pass reimbursed - up to £9,000, taxable)
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and issue accurate, compliant contractual notices and correspondence
- Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
- Prepare applications for payment and review variations, claims, and delays
- Support monthly valuations, CVRs, cost reports and forecasts
- Administer supply chain contracts, tender negotiations, and procurement plans
- Ensure compliance with commercial policies, health & safety, and environmental standards
- Maintain clear communication with project teams and client stakeholders
Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in commercial roles within construction
- RICS / CICES accredited degree and (ideally) full membership
- Proven track record in commercial leadership on complex, high-value projects
- Strong contractual knowledge and problem-solving ability
- Skilled in negotiation, report writing, and team management
- Experience in rail or infrastructure/logistics preferred
Benefits
- Salary: £85,000 - £95,000
- Travel costs covered (station-to-station annual ticket, taxable - up to £9,000)
- 8% pension match
- BUPA Healthcare (Family)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- 1x Professional Membership covered
- Life & Accident Insurance (3x salary)
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