Lead Commercial Manager - Water

Egis Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Commercial Lead to oversee high-value contracts in the Water & Environment sector. The role requires strong financial modelling skills and expertise in NEC contracts. You'll lead a high-performing team and ensure compliance with regulations. If you are passionate about sustainable infrastructure and client collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity for impact.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors.
• Expertise in NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C, E essential).
• Valid CSCS card and Water Hygiene Card desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of commercial professionals across multi-million-pound contracts.
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts and UK law.
• Provide strategic oversight from procurement to close-out.

Skills

Financial modelling experience

Client-facing skills

Commercial acumen

Team management

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Job description

Company Overview

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting‑edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

Job Summary

Are you ready to lead commercial strategy across transformative infrastructure programmes? Egis UK is seeking a dynamic Commercial Lead to oversee high‑value contracts in the Water & Environment sector, with opportunities to expand into Defence and Nuclear. This is your opportunity to shape delivery outcomes, drive commercial excellence, and influence the future of sustainable infrastructure.

Your Role & Impact

You’ll lead a team of commercial professionals across multi‑million‑pound contracts. You’ll provide strategic oversight from procurement through to close‑out, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and risk profiles. You’ll also engage with senior stakeholders, regulators, and delivery partners to ensure commercial integrity and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead and develop the commercial and cost management function into a high‑performing team
• Support the work‑winning team to review and identify risks and accountabilities within tender packs and contractual terms
• Prepare, develop and implement commercial solutions to support work‑winning
• Lead commercial delivery across complex, multi‑workstream programmes
• Oversee contract execution, supplier performance, and risk mitigation
• Ensure compliance with NEC3/4 and FIDIC contracts, UK law, and regulatory frameworks
• Guide procurement strategy and contract preparation across all phases
• Support feasibility studies, benchmarking, and value management
• Lead cost planning, estimating, and final cost plan presentation
• Manage post‑contract cost variances, valuations, and change control
• Oversee final account negotiation and post‑project evaluation
• Act as a trusted interface with clients, consultants, and delivery teams
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape client‑focused bids
• Provide commercial insight to strengthen proposal strategy
• Maintain a robust database of lessons learned and bid outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial processes and tools

Location

West Midlands‑based (4 days client’s office and 1 day WFH)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong financial modelling experience
• Excellent client‑facing and supply chain‑facing skills
• Expert commercial acumen and problem‑solving skills
• Experience in managing teams
• Enthusiasm and the ability to inspire and motivate people
• Extensive experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
• NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)
• Experience with ECI/ESI in design & build programmes
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable
• Line management experience and ability to mentor junior QSs
• Role subject to client interview and acceptance

Commitment to Our Planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Equal Opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Senior Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Consulting