Commercial Manager - Control Systems

Commercial Manager (Control Systems)

£61,000 to £80,000 + Company Car

UK Wide (Hybrid)

About us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

We’re looking for a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead our Control Systems team within Major Programmes. If you thrive on building strong relationships, driving commercial strategy, and delivering results in complex, high-value environments, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

As our Commercial Manager, you’ll lead a talented team, develop and implement commercial strategies, and ensure our contracts and partnerships deliver maximum value. Your expertise will help us navigate the unique challenges of the gas industry, ensuring compliance, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement across our UK-wide portfolio.

What you'll be doing

• Leading & Inspiring: Manage and mentor the commercial team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Contract Management: Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and management of complex contracts with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company policies.
• Financial Oversight: Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports to ensure robust financial performance.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks, conducting regular reviews and implementing effective strategies.
• Procurement & Supply Chain: Oversee procurement activities to secure cost-effective purchasing of materials and services.
• Performance Reporting: Develop and maintain commercial KPIs, preparing clear and accurate reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners, ensuring effective communication and negotiation throughout the project lifecycle.

About you

You’re a commercially astute leader with a passion for making things happen. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and your expertise in commercial management is matched by your ability to build trust, inspire teams, and drive results, particularly when the stakes are high.

Key requirements & experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in a similar industry (broader Utilities, Construction, infrastructure etc.)
• Strong background in portfolio commercial management, with a track record of managing complex contracts and relationships.
• Expertise in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (especially options A, C & E), and NEC Two Stage Contract experience (Early Design & FEED).
• Exceptional leadership skills, including experience managing and developing remote teams.
• Ability to foster a culture of openness, trust, and collaboration with the supply chain.
• Experience in dispute management and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Experience working on Control Systems projects would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications such as RICS Chartered Member (MRICS).
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ/PPQ).
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), or NCMA Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM).

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 15% based on personal and company performance 
• Company car
• 28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days 
• Overtime at x1.5 normal and then x2 on Sunday
• Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%) 
• Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more 
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury 
• Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave 
• Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning 
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7 
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions 
• Flexible working hours 
• Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office 

Inclusive Recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.

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