Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. 

Wood Transmission and Distribution is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our growing business! As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK transmission and distribution sector, we are at the forefront of net zero 2050 with a secured workstream for years to come. The Commercial Manager opportunity provides flexibility as a hybrid role, working between home, and ideally our Glasgow office, with occasional site visits.

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The Role

This role is perfect for a highly experienced Commercial Manager from a civils or construction background. With consolidated experience of delivering large EPC, you will be independent and proactive in your approach with strong leadership and negotiation skills. The successful candidate will be experienced commercially in managing large projects and will be assigned to a contract currently in the early design stages for the construction of new-build overhead lines over the next 4+ years.

Establishing and overseeing a team of commercial reports undertaking the day-to-day activity of commercial administration is also key to the role. You will be responsible for managing revenue and entitlement on an open book basis, managing the estimating of the construction phase and long-lead procurement orders whilst driving delivery strategy. You will enjoy the challenges of delivering project target EBIT, addressing unexpected events, and managing within budgets. Developing commercial strategy and working alongside client for the delivery of scopes is also key.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

You will be managing the commercial delivery of one of Wood Transmission and Distribution Ltd’s largest EPC contracts on a target cost model ensuring performance and returns for Wood. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to support our growing workload and contribute to the increased network capacity required to deliver the UK government's pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero. This is your chance to be involved with a growing project with future team growth reporting to the role and be part of a large complex project on Option C NEC target cost.

What we can offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors  Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant  Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own  Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession