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On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a Commercial Manager Inside IR35 for a 12 months contract based Hybrid working (2 days per week in Birmingham office)

Network Rail is at the heart of revitalising Britain’s railway. From Crossrail – Europe’s largest civil engineering project – to investment in world-class stations and major programmes of electrification, we are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen. We at Network Rail are dedicated to becoming one of Britain's best employers and believe this starts with placing the candidate at the heart of everything we do!

The main duties and responsibilities of the Commercial Manager would be to:

• Manage the £75m MPSB contract awarded in 2018 for the design and supply of 11 multipurpose stoneblowers
• Oversee contract renegotiations and ensure delivery of machines on commercially acceptable terms
• Prepare position papers and support negotiations led by key stakeholders
• Handle day-to day commercial activities, contract management, COWD, and financial reporting for the MPSB contract and 5 associated contracts
• Lead the procurement of the £86m Rail Delivery Train project, consisting of 8 trains with an option for 3 additional higher capacity trains
• Ensure solid experience and application of NEC4 contracts
• Provide strong leadership and support to the project team in contract management
• Plan for contract award in December 2025

Essential:

• Strong Network Rail/Rail experience or experience in Buildings/Civils
• Previous QS experience 
• NEC4 experience
• Significant procurement experience using a range of procedures
• Strong business acumen and ability to show evidence-based decision making
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and influencing skills
• Awareness of public sector procurement legislation
• Relevant commercial experience
• Oracle experience
• RICS qualification (desirable)

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas

Network Rail is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They welcome applications from everyone

Disability Confident

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Network Rail guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance

Armed Forces Covenant

Network Rail guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different"