Charlton Recruitment
2 Opportunities: Old Oak Common Station & London Tunnels Working directly for High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd Salary : £45,000 £50,000 + 12% Pension + Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday Location : London Euston OR Acton OR West Ruislip Hybrid, typically 3 days office/site Next Step : Commercial Manager £70,000 £75,000 + package Typical progression : Around 2 years, subject to performance Projects : £1.67bn Old Oak Common Station or £4.2bn London Tunnels Main Works Civils Programme : Long-term HS2 programme (Apply online only) The Opportunity High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd is recruiting two Assistant Commercial Managers to join its commercial teams, with one position based on the £1.67bn Old Oak Common Station project and the other on the £4.2bn London Tunnels Main Works Civils contract. These are excellent opportunities for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Cost Manager looking to move into a client-side commercial role on two of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. You'll gain exposure to major commercial activities across complex, multidisciplinary programmes rather than being restricted to a small package of work. Working directly for HS2, you'll gain experience across: Major civil engineering, structures and underground works Stations, buildings, MEP and rail systems Procurement and contract management NEC contract administration and Compensation Events Cost assurance, risk and change management Commercial reporting, forecasting and payment processes The scale and multidisciplinary nature of these projects provides the opportunity to build a breadth of commercial experience that would typically take many years to develop elsewhere. You'll also gain exposure to evolving approaches to NEC contract management and Compensation Events, providing insight into modern commercial practices being implemented across major infrastructure delivery. The Projects Old Oak Common Station £1.67bn Old Oak Common will become one of the UK's most significant and best-connected railway stations, integrating HS2, National Rail, London Underground and the Elizabeth line. The station includes 14 platforms and an approximately 850m-long station box, creating a major engineering and commercial challenge. The project provides exposure to a wide range of disciplines across the development and delivery of one of the UK's most important transport hubs. London Tunnels £4.2bn Main Works Civils The London Tunnels Main Works Civils contract is being delivered by the SCS Joint Venture Costain, Skanska and STRABAG. The scope includes: Tunnelling, shafts and portal structures Green tunnels, bridges and heavy civils Cross passages and underground structures Major utility diversions and associated infrastructure New Works between Old Oak Common and Euston (currently in design phase) The project is expected to continue through to approximately 2035, providing significant long-term commercial development opportunities. The Role Working directly for HS2 Ltd, you'll support a Commercial Manager and develop your experience across a broad range of commercial and contract management activities. You'll gain hands-on exposure to NEC contract administration, Compensation Events, cost assurance, risk management, payment processes, forecasting and commercial reporting. HS2's contract management system, including CEMAR, will be used alongside Excel and other commercial reporting tools. Key Responsibilities Support the administration and management of NEC contracts using CEMAR Assist with the assessment and valuation of Compensation Events Assist with interim payment applications and assessments Contribute to cost assurance and financial performance monitoring Review and analyse supply chain commercial information Assist with monthly commercial reporting and forecasting Support risk and change management activities Assist with the resolution of commercial issues and disputes Support estimate reviews across different project stages Work closely with Commercial Managers, project teams and supply chain partners Career Development HS2 offers a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career in major infrastructure commercial management. You'll receive structured development, mentoring and support towards professional qualifications and chartership, including RICS or ICES where appropriate. There is a clear progression pathway from Assistant Commercial Manager to Commercial Manager, paying £70,000 £75,000 + package. Progression to Commercial Manager level can be achieved in around two years, have multiple examples of this with the huge size and scale of HS2 new Commercial Manager opportunities come up meaning when you are ready you ll be able to be promoted The wider HS2 programme also provides opportunities to move between major projects and disciplines, building experience across stations, civils, rail systems and other infrastructure packages. About You You'll likely be a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Commercial Manager or Assistant Cost Manager with around 18 months+ relevant experience & a quakification in Quantity Surveying or related subject. You'll ideally have: Experience working on infrastructure, construction or engineering projects Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts and an understanding of Compensation Events Good commercial and numerical skills with strong Excel capability Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A genuine ambition to develop a long-term career in commercial management Experience gained within rail, civils, utilities, highways, water, buildings or other major infrastructure would be relevant. We're open to candidates from main contractor, consultancy or client-side backgrounds. Why Join HS2? This is an opportunity to work directly for HS2 Ltd and gain client-side experience on two of the UK's most prestigious infrastructure projects. You'll benefit from: Exposure to £1bn+ infrastructure projects and complex NEC contracts Broad commercial experience across multiple engineering disciplines Structured career development and support towards professional chartership A clear pathway towards Commercial Manager Long-term opportunities across the HS2 programme 12% employer pension, private healthcare and 25 days' holiday If you're an Assistant QS, Graduate QS or Assistant Commercial Manager looking for a genuine step up in responsibility, development and career progression, these HS2 opportunities are well worth discussing.
2 Opportunities: Old Oak Common Station & London Tunnels Working directly for High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd Salary : £45,000 £50,000 + 12% Pension + Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday Location : London Euston OR Acton OR West Ruislip Hybrid, typically 3 days office/site Next Step : Commercial Manager £70,000 £75,000 + package Typical progression : Around 2 years, subject to performance Projects : £1.67bn Old Oak Common Station or £4.2bn London Tunnels Main Works Civils Programme : Long-term HS2 programme (Apply online only) The Opportunity High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd is recruiting two Assistant Commercial Managers to join its commercial teams, with one position based on the £1.67bn Old Oak Common Station project and the other on the £4.2bn London Tunnels Main Works Civils contract. These are excellent opportunities for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Cost Manager looking to move into a client-side commercial role on two of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. You'll gain exposure to major commercial activities across complex, multidisciplinary programmes rather than being restricted to a small package of work. Working directly for HS2, you'll gain experience across: Major civil engineering, structures and underground works Stations, buildings, MEP and rail systems Procurement and contract management NEC contract administration and Compensation Events Cost assurance, risk and change management Commercial reporting, forecasting and payment processes The scale and multidisciplinary nature of these projects provides the opportunity to build a breadth of commercial experience that would typically take many years to develop elsewhere. You'll also gain exposure to evolving approaches to NEC contract management and Compensation Events, providing insight into modern commercial practices being implemented across major infrastructure delivery. The Projects Old Oak Common Station £1.67bn Old Oak Common will become one of the UK's most significant and best-connected railway stations, integrating HS2, National Rail, London Underground and the Elizabeth line. The station includes 14 platforms and an approximately 850m-long station box, creating a major engineering and commercial challenge. The project provides exposure to a wide range of disciplines across the development and delivery of one of the UK's most important transport hubs. London Tunnels £4.2bn Main Works Civils The London Tunnels Main Works Civils contract is being delivered by the SCS Joint Venture Costain, Skanska and STRABAG. The scope includes: Tunnelling, shafts and portal structures Green tunnels, bridges and heavy civils Cross passages and underground structures Major utility diversions and associated infrastructure New Works between Old Oak Common and Euston (currently in design phase) The project is expected to continue through to approximately 2035, providing significant long-term commercial development opportunities. The Role Working directly for HS2 Ltd, you'll support a Commercial Manager and develop your experience across a broad range of commercial and contract management activities. You'll gain hands-on exposure to NEC contract administration, Compensation Events, cost assurance, risk management, payment processes, forecasting and commercial reporting. HS2's contract management system, including CEMAR, will be used alongside Excel and other commercial reporting tools. Key Responsibilities Support the administration and management of NEC contracts using CEMAR Assist with the assessment and valuation of Compensation Events Assist with interim payment applications and assessments Contribute to cost assurance and financial performance monitoring Review and analyse supply chain commercial information Assist with monthly commercial reporting and forecasting Support risk and change management activities Assist with the resolution of commercial issues and disputes Support estimate reviews across different project stages Work closely with Commercial Managers, project teams and supply chain partners Career Development HS2 offers a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career in major infrastructure commercial management. You'll receive structured development, mentoring and support towards professional qualifications and chartership, including RICS or ICES where appropriate. There is a clear progression pathway from Assistant Commercial Manager to Commercial Manager, paying £70,000 £75,000 + package. Progression to Commercial Manager level can be achieved in around two years, have multiple examples of this with the huge size and scale of HS2 new Commercial Manager opportunities come up meaning when you are ready you ll be able to be promoted The wider HS2 programme also provides opportunities to move between major projects and disciplines, building experience across stations, civils, rail systems and other infrastructure packages. About You You'll likely be a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Commercial Manager or Assistant Cost Manager with around 18 months+ relevant experience & a quakification in Quantity Surveying or related subject. You'll ideally have: Experience working on infrastructure, construction or engineering projects Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts and an understanding of Compensation Events Good commercial and numerical skills with strong Excel capability Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A genuine ambition to develop a long-term career in commercial management Experience gained within rail, civils, utilities, highways, water, buildings or other major infrastructure would be relevant. We're open to candidates from main contractor, consultancy or client-side backgrounds. Why Join HS2? This is an opportunity to work directly for HS2 Ltd and gain client-side experience on two of the UK's most prestigious infrastructure projects. You'll benefit from: Exposure to £1bn+ infrastructure projects and complex NEC contracts Broad commercial experience across multiple engineering disciplines Structured career development and support towards professional chartership A clear pathway towards Commercial Manager Long-term opportunities across the HS2 programme 12% employer pension, private healthcare and 25 days' holiday If you're an Assistant QS, Graduate QS or Assistant Commercial Manager looking for a genuine step up in responsibility, development and career progression, these HS2 opportunities are well worth discussing.
Linear Recruitment Ltd
Commercial Manager Civils Data Centre Enfield Location: Enfield, London Sector: Data Centres / Civil Engineering Position: Commercial Manager Employment: Permanent or Freelance We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major data centre project in Enfield , taking responsibility for the commercial management of the civils package on a large-scale, high-value development. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager with a strong civil engineering and construction background who has experience managing complex projects, subcontractor accounts and commercial performance within a demanding project environment. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial delivery of the civils package, working closely with the Project and Construction teams to ensure strong commercial control, effective subcontract management and successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Take overall commercial responsibility for the civils package Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance Lead the procurement and management of subcontract packages Prepare, review and negotiate subcontractor contracts Manage valuations, applications, payments and final accounts Monitor variations, compensation events and change control Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Prepare and maintain accurate cost and value forecasts Produce monthly commercial reports and CVRs Manage subcontractor accounts from procurement through to final account Liaise closely with the client, project team and supply chain Ensure contractual notices and commercial correspondence are issued appropriately Support the Project Manager with commercial and contractual matters Drive value engineering and cost-saving opportunities where appropriate Ensure all commercial processes are compliant with company procedures About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or construction Strong experience managing major civils or infrastructure projects Experience working on data centre, industrial, commercial or similarly complex schemes would be highly advantageous Strong knowledge of groundworks, reinforced concrete, drainage, utilities and associated civils Extensive experience managing subcontractor packages and final accounts Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Excellent financial and reporting capabilities Relevant commercial or quantity surveying qualification, such as RICS or equivalent experience This is a key commercial appointment on a major data centre scheme, offering the opportunity to work on a high-profile project with a leading contractor.
Commercial Manager Civils Data Centre Enfield Location: Enfield, London Sector: Data Centres / Civil Engineering Position: Commercial Manager Employment: Permanent or Freelance We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major data centre project in Enfield , taking responsibility for the commercial management of the civils package on a large-scale, high-value development. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager with a strong civil engineering and construction background who has experience managing complex projects, subcontractor accounts and commercial performance within a demanding project environment. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility for the commercial delivery of the civils package, working closely with the Project and Construction teams to ensure strong commercial control, effective subcontract management and successful project delivery. Key Responsibilities Take overall commercial responsibility for the civils package Manage project costs, budgets and commercial performance Lead the procurement and management of subcontract packages Prepare, review and negotiate subcontractor contracts Manage valuations, applications, payments and final accounts Monitor variations, compensation events and change control Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Prepare and maintain accurate cost and value forecasts Produce monthly commercial reports and CVRs Manage subcontractor accounts from procurement through to final account Liaise closely with the client, project team and supply chain Ensure contractual notices and commercial correspondence are issued appropriately Support the Project Manager with commercial and contractual matters Drive value engineering and cost-saving opportunities where appropriate Ensure all commercial processes are compliant with company procedures About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or construction Strong experience managing major civils or infrastructure projects Experience working on data centre, industrial, commercial or similarly complex schemes would be highly advantageous Strong knowledge of groundworks, reinforced concrete, drainage, utilities and associated civils Extensive experience managing subcontractor packages and final accounts Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills Excellent financial and reporting capabilities Relevant commercial or quantity surveying qualification, such as RICS or equivalent experience This is a key commercial appointment on a major data centre scheme, offering the opportunity to work on a high-profile project with a leading contractor.
CPR
Assistant Commercial Manager Major Infrastructure Two roles. One of the biggest infrastructure projects in Europe. And a genuine chance to build your commercial career from the inside of a client team that sits above the Tier 1 contractors, not inside one. Our client is looking for two Assistant Commercial Managers to join an integrated client team delivering major infrastructure works. These are early-career commercial roles, ideally suited to a graduate quantity surveyor looking for their second position, someone who has had a solid grounding in NEC contract administration and now wants more: more complexity, more exposure, and a clear path toward chartership. What the role involves You will work in an integrated client team, sitting alongside project managers and commercial leads to assure and support the commercial performance of Tier 1 contractors. That means reviewing their work, not doing it for them. You will administer NEC contracts day to day, raise and manage early warnings, track compensation events and support the assessment of change costs. You will get involved in procurement reviews, help validate subcontractor accounts and support the settlement of final accounts. Month to month, you will be contributing to contract performance reporting and helping the team maintain commercial control across live works packages. What we are looking for NEC contract experience is essential. If you have not worked with NEC3 or NEC4 in a meaningful way, this role is not the right fit. Beyond that, we are looking for someone with a quantity surveying background and a genuine appetite to develop commercially on a complex programme. Experience in infrastructure is a strong advantage. Highways, rail, utilities, civils: all relevant. A background in building or MEPH is also genuinely interesting to our client. If you are working toward your APC, our client can support that journey. These roles sit within a team that understands professional development and will give you the breadth of experience that the assessment process requires, and the ability to second you to a Contractor for your qualification. Hybrid working applies, with a minimum of three days per week on site or in the office. Closing date: 28 August 2026. If this sounds like the right next step, get in touch with us directly or send across your CV and we will come back to you promptly.
Assistant Commercial Manager Major Infrastructure Two roles. One of the biggest infrastructure projects in Europe. And a genuine chance to build your commercial career from the inside of a client team that sits above the Tier 1 contractors, not inside one. Our client is looking for two Assistant Commercial Managers to join an integrated client team delivering major infrastructure works. These are early-career commercial roles, ideally suited to a graduate quantity surveyor looking for their second position, someone who has had a solid grounding in NEC contract administration and now wants more: more complexity, more exposure, and a clear path toward chartership. What the role involves You will work in an integrated client team, sitting alongside project managers and commercial leads to assure and support the commercial performance of Tier 1 contractors. That means reviewing their work, not doing it for them. You will administer NEC contracts day to day, raise and manage early warnings, track compensation events and support the assessment of change costs. You will get involved in procurement reviews, help validate subcontractor accounts and support the settlement of final accounts. Month to month, you will be contributing to contract performance reporting and helping the team maintain commercial control across live works packages. What we are looking for NEC contract experience is essential. If you have not worked with NEC3 or NEC4 in a meaningful way, this role is not the right fit. Beyond that, we are looking for someone with a quantity surveying background and a genuine appetite to develop commercially on a complex programme. Experience in infrastructure is a strong advantage. Highways, rail, utilities, civils: all relevant. A background in building or MEPH is also genuinely interesting to our client. If you are working toward your APC, our client can support that journey. These roles sit within a team that understands professional development and will give you the breadth of experience that the assessment process requires, and the ability to second you to a Contractor for your qualification. Hybrid working applies, with a minimum of three days per week on site or in the office. Closing date: 28 August 2026. If this sounds like the right next step, get in touch with us directly or send across your CV and we will come back to you promptly.
