Job Description:

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy delivering commercial, project management and advisory services across infrastructure, energy, regeneration and the built environment. Combining technical expertise with strategic insight, they support the successful delivery of complex programmes and capital projects throughout the UK.

With a strong reputation for commercial excellence and a growing presence across major infrastructure and energy sectors, they work alongside some of the country's most prominent asset owners and delivery partners to drive project success from inception through to completion.

As a result of continued expansion within their Infrastructure & Energy team, our client is seeking an experienced Associate Director (Commercial) to support the delivery of critical infrastructure programmes across North Wales and the North West.

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role on large-scale energy infrastructure projects that are fundamental to strengthening the UK's power network and supporting the transition to a low-carbon future. Working within complex NEC contract environments, you will provide commercial leadership across multiple project stages, ensuring effective cost control, risk management and contractual compliance.

• Lead the commercial delivery of major infrastructure and energy projects from a client-side perspective
• Manage NEC contracts, including compensation events, change management and early warning processes
• Produce and review cost reports, forecasts, valuations and commercial performance data
• Monitor project budgets and identify commercial risks and opportunities
• Support procurement activities and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle
• Build effective relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and key stakeholders
• Ensure robust commercial governance and adherence to contractual obligations
• Contribute to the successful delivery of nationally significant infrastructure programmes

• Demonstrable experience in a Commercial Manager or Associate Director role
• Background delivering infrastructure, utilities, power, energy or major capital projects
• Strong understanding and practical application of NEC contracts
• Proven ability to manage commercial risk and drive project performance
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline
• MRICS or equivalent professional accreditation is advantageous

• Involvement in nationally important and energy infrastructure programmes
• The opportunity to work on projects that contribute directly to the UK's net-zero ambitions
• Hybrid working arrangements and flexible working practices
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

If you're an experienced commercial professional looking to take the lead on major infrastructure and energy schemes while advancing your career within a growing consultancy, we'd be pleased to hear from you.

Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed)

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