Commercial Manager – Specialist Bridges Inspection & Maintenance (SBIM)

Aust, England

Your New Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our Specialist Bridges Inspection & Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. You'll become part of a collaborative and high-performing commercial function responsible for supporting the maintenance and protection of some of the UK's most iconic transport structures.

What will the role offer?

Working at Amey puts you at the centre of an inspiring expert team. Within SBIM, you'll have the opportunity to support the delivery of bridge inspection, maintenance and infrastructure improvement projects across nationally significant assets, including the Prince of Wales Bridge, Severn Bridge, and Avonmouth Bridge

The Commercial team plays a vital role in delivering planned maintenance, reactive works, inspections and improvement projects across our bridge portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, managing a diverse range of activities while providing commercial leadership and support to operational teams.

We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part-time and flexible working patterns. With our network of offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves.

What You Will Be Doing

• Implement commercial processes and controls to ensure contractual entitlements are identified, captured and realised.
• Manage cost capture, valuation, procurement, forecasting and commercial reporting activities.
• Oversee subcontractor accounts and ensure compliance with agreed subcontract terms and conditions.
• Prepare and present commercial reports, including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts and performance updates.
• Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs and commercial benchmarks.
• Provide commercial support and challenge to operational teams, helping drive profitability, cash collection and operational efficiency.
• Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Support client and stakeholder engagement to maintain strong commercial relationships and ensure successful contract delivery.
• Contribute to the commercial management of bridge maintenance, inspection and infrastructure improvement works across the network.

We Want to Hear From You If You Have

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent commercial awareness with sound financial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and contract administration.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and driving commercial performance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and reporting skills.

Qualifications and Experience

Ideally, you will hold a relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (RICS-accredited or equivalent) and have experience operating at a commercial management level.

Experience using commercial management and financial systems such as SAP would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most, but not all, of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply. We can support your continued development through training and mentoring opportunities.

Why Join SBIM?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of some of the UK's most recognisable transport structures. Working within SBIM, you will be part of a team committed to engineering excellence, innovation, safety and sustainability while supporting the continued operation of critical national infrastructure.

At SBIM, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, experience and background, and we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about delivering commercial excellence and helping maintain essential transport networks.

What We Can Offer

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Some of our benefits include:

• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Save with Amey discounts from leading retailers
• Family friendly policies
• Membership of our Affinity Networks
• Two Social Impact Days each year

About Amey

Who we are

Amey is a leading provider of infrastructure consulting and engineering solutions. We design, maintain and operate critical infrastructure assets across transport, defence, energy and public services, helping to create sustainable futures for communities across the UK.

What we do

By combining engineering excellence, operational expertise and innovative thinking, we deliver safe, efficient and resilient infrastructure solutions that support the way people live, work and travel.

Apply Today

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you. Should you require any further assitance with your application please contact Chantal Hayes, Chantal.hayes@amey.co.uk.

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