Head of Commercial
Posted 3 days ago by Aldwych Consulting Ltd
£80,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Head of Commercial will lead the commercial strategy and governance for a well-established contractor in the infrastructure sector, focusing on energy projects. This senior role involves collaborating closely with the Managing Director to enhance commercial performance and strengthen client relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding commercial teams and ensuring effective financial and operational performance. A strong background in commercial leadership within contracting environments is essential for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the commercial function across multi-disciplinary programmes
- Work alongside the MD to set direction, drive performance and support business strategy
- Strengthen commercial processes, governance, risk management and reporting
- Build strong client and stakeholder relationships across regulated markets
- Champion value creation, innovation and efficiency in programme delivery
Key Skills:
- Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent qualification
- Professionally qualified (or equivalent senior-level experience)
- Significant commercial leadership experience within contracting environments
- Proven exposure to energy infrastructure (e.g., National Grid) and/or rail frameworks
- Strong contractual knowledge and commercial acumen across project lifecycles
- Excellent communication, leadership presence and stakeholder engagement skills
Salary (Rate): £80,000.00 yearly
City: Glasgow
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
Are you a strategic commercial leader ready to shape the direction of a thriving infrastructure business? Our client, a well-established contractor with an evolving portfolio across regulated sectors, is seeking a Head of Commercial to work closely with the Managing Director and drive commercial performance across major projects - including a growing footprint in the energy sector.
The Role
This senior appointment will take responsibility for leading commercial strategy, governance and delivery. You'll guide commercial teams, influence business decisions, and ensure robust financial, contractual and operational performance. Acting as a key partner to the MD, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping business growth, client relationships, and delivery success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial function across multi-disciplinary programmes
- Work alongside the MD to set direction, drive performance and support business strategy
- Strengthen commercial processes, governance, risk management and reporting
- Build strong client and stakeholder relationships across regulated markets
- Champion value creation, innovation and efficiency in programme delivery
About You
Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent qualification
Professionally qualified (or equivalent senior-level experience)
Significant commercial leadership experience within contracting environments
Proven exposure to energy infrastructure (e.g., National Grid) and/or rail frameworks
Strong contractual knowledge and commercial acumen across project lifecycles
Excellent communication, leadership presence and stakeholder engagement skills
If you're motivated by influencing strategy, shaping delivery outcomes, and working shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leadership to drive growth - we'd love to speak with you.
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