Associate Commercial Manager - Water

Conrad Consulting is working with a leading consultancy to recruit an experienced Associate or Senior Associate Commercial Manager to support a major water sector project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially experienced professional with a strong background in NEC contracts, particularly someone who has experience in contract formation and pre-contract commercial management.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the development, negotiation and implementation of commercial and contractual arrangements.

The Role

Lead and support commercial management activities on a major water sector project.
Provide expertise in NEC contract management and formation.
Support the development and preparation of contract documentation.
Advise on contractual structures, commercial risks and procurement strategies.
Assist with contract negotiations and commercial agreements.
Work closely with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
Support effective commercial governance and contractual compliance.
Provide commercial guidance throughout the pre-contract and delivery stages.

Requirements

Extensive experience in commercial management within infrastructure or utilities.
Around 10 years' experience working with NEC contracts.
Strong understanding of NEC contract formation.
Water sector experience is highly desirable.
Excellent commercial negotiation and contractual management skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
Ability to operate confidently in a client-facing environment.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £75,000–£85,000.
London-based position.
Hybrid working with 1–2 days per week at the client office/site.
Opportunity to work on a major water sector programme