Our Client, a well-established and growing organisation within the Energy sector, is seeking to recruit an experienced and commercially astute Commercial Manager to join their leadership team.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will lead all commercial activities across the business, driving financial performance and ensuring effective commercial governance. Key responsibilities include overseeing tendering and pricing strategy, contract negotiation, cost control, and risk management to support sustainable growth and profitability.The role will work closely with the senior leadership team while managing and developing a high-performing commercial team, ensuring strong delivery standards and client satisfaction.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Commercial Manager to play a pivotal role in a growing organisation, with genuine scope for career progression.Key ResponsibilitiesKey responsibilities include commercial strategy, continuous improvement, business development, contract and financial oversight, team leadership, tendering, and operational support.Lead and deliver the company's commercial strategyDrive revenue growth and margin improvementOversee pricing, governance, and risk managementLead contract negotiation and dispute resolutionOversee forecasting, budgeting, and commercial reportingMonitor contract performance, margins, and cashflowEnsure strong commercial controls and complianceLead business development strategy and identify new markets & revenue opportunitiesBuild and manage key client, supplier, and stakeholder relationshipsLead and develop a high-performing commercial and estimating teamFoster accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaborationLead tender preparation, bid strategy, and review of tender documentsSupport business development with pricing insightsPartner with project managers to ensure commercial alignment and advise on contract delivery, procurement, and cost controlSupport change management, operational reporting, and process optimisationImprove estimating processes, digital tools, and drive digital transformationCore Skills/ AttributesStrategic and commercially astuteExpert in contract law and commercial risk managementResults-driven with strong analytical abilityStrong leadership and communication skillsProven ability to build, mentor, and develop high-performing teamsSkilled in estimating systems and financial modellingQualifications15+ years' industry experience10+ years in a Commercial Manager roleSenior commercial experience (Commercial Manager, Senior QS, Contracts Manager)Strong contract negotiation, pricing, and financial management skillsExperience leading estimating/tendering teamsProven track record in building high-performing teamsExperience with Public Works or NEC contractsLevel 8 degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related fieldMaster's or Contract Law qualification desirable