Senior Commercial & Project Controls Manager
Senior Commercial & Project Controls Manager
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Job Description
BUSINESS FUNCTION: Programmes
GRADE: ML2/SB2
SALARY: Circa69000 per annum
ROLE TYPE: Hybrid: Approximately 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
LOCATION: York or Manchester
HOURS: 37
Shape the Future of Rail with Northern
Were delivering major upgrades across the North - from driver simulator facilities to train care centre improvements - and were looking for a Senior Commercial & Project Controls Manager to lead the commercial success of these projects.
Youll oversee contract strategy cost control and commercial governance across high impact infrastructure programmes. Using NEC and JCT contracts youll manage contractor performance resolve disputes and ensure compliance - all while being part of a fast paced delivery focused team thats supportive friendly and works together to get things done.
If youre a chartered commercial or QS professional with UK construction or rail experience and a strong grasp of contract law and procurement this is your chance to influence real change in a dynamic environment.
Join us and help shape a smarter better connected future for the North.
What youll be doing
- Lead the commercial strategy oversight and reporting across a portfolio of rail infrastructure and property projects
- Manage contract compliance payments estimates and performance reporting ensuring accuracy and alignment with Network Rail and Northern frameworks
- Oversee and support professional services providers to ensure contract scope risk and valuations are handled with rigour
- Influence procurement strategy and shape early stage project estimates in collaboration with stakeholders
- Resolve complex commercial issues claims and disputes ensuring projects close out efficiently and effectively
About you
To thrive in this role youll bring:
- Substantial experience in the commercial management of rail infrastructure or construction projects
- A strong understanding of NEC JCT or other industry standard contracts
- Proven success resolving commercial risk and contract disputes in live project environments
- A relevant degree and membership of a professional body (e.g. RICS ICE or similar) ideally with chartered status
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead commercial best practice across diverse project teams
Whats in it for you
At Northern we dont just value our people - we go the extra mile to support them. Heres a taste of what you can look forward to:
- Free Travel: Unlimited free travel for you your partner and your dependents on Northern services. Plus up to 75% discount on other networks in the UK and Europe.
- Generous Pension Scheme: We top up your contributions by 1.5 times.
- Enhanced Family Benefits: We offer 9 months of full pay for maternity leave and 2 weeks for paternity leave.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save up to 42% on a bike and spread the cost.
- Exclusive Discounts: From shopping to wellbeing Northern Perks has you covered.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 5 extra days of annual leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for family lifestyle and more.
- Training and Career Development: We offer tailored training to our colleagues and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. Plus enhanced career pathways no matter what part of the business youre in.
- Recognition: We know how important it is to show how much we appreciate our people. Thats why we have our Northern Lights and Northern Sparks Awards recognising and celebrating brilliance every day.
Why Northern
Were more than just a train operator. Were the heartbeat of the North - connecting communities creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth. With 2500 trains running daily were on a mission to improve rail travel and enhance the customer experience while protecting the environment.
Back in 1825 the first passenger train set off in the North of England after which rail quickly spread across the globe - and this year were celebrating 200 years of the modern railway. As we look back on the historic events that led us here we also look towards the future as we move into the era of Great British Rail. Join us at this pivotal moment in rail history and play your part in our journey.
A place for everyone
The best journeys happen when everyone feels welcome on board.
At Northern we dont just move people from A to B - were building a team where everyone feels they belong. Our talent team can make reasonable adjustments to the process if thats something you need. Were also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer so if you meet the minimum criteria for the role well always offer an interview.
We automate parts of our screening process to remove any unconscious bias and to make sure every application is treated fairly. All successful offers will be subject to a DBS check and medical assessment.
No matter your background experience or whether you call it a bap barm or cob theres a place for you here in the railway.
Please note that Northern reserves the right to close recruitment for this role before the published closing date if high volumes of applications are received.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Contract
