Commercial Lead
Posted 11/05/2026 by PSR Solutions
PSR Solutions are working with an established client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Commercial Lead to head up their Commercial department on a permanent basis. This role with be based in the Wolverhampton with projects located across the UK.
Commercial Lead Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial management of multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring profitability, cost control, and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Oversee procurement strategies, subcontractor selection, and supply chain negotiations to achieve best value and minimise risk.
- Manage contract administration, including NEC/JCT contracts, ensuring timely submission of applications, variations, and claims.
- Provide commercial input during tendering, including pricing strategies, risk assessments, and bid reviews.
- Monitor project financial performance, including forecasting, cost/value reconciliation, and margin improvement initiatives.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks across Civils, Light Rail, and Highways projects.
- Lead and mentor quantity surveyors and commercial staff, promoting best practices and professional development.
- Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships to support repeat business and framework opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with company governance, industry regulations, and relevant standards within infrastructure sectors.
- Support dispute resolution processes, including negotiations, adjudications, and claims management where required.
Commercial Lead Requirements
- BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar commercial related course
- Experience working within Rail, Light Rail or Highways would be ideal
- Civils knowledge across; S278, RC Works, Drainage, Fencing and Retaining Structures
- Solid understanding of both JCT and NEC4
- Professional membership of appropriate body
- Leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels
- Precontract and tender Knowledge
- Excellent legal/contractual knowledge
- Valid driving licence
Commercial Lead Benefits
- Salary DOE - £50,000 - £85,000
- Company Car / Car Allowance
- Based in Wolverhampton with projects across the UK
- Company pension
If you are interested in this Commercial Lead role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- PSR-COM-WOL_1778488243
- Job ID:
- 225090165
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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