Commercial Manager


Company:	NRL Ltd
Salary:	£70 - £87
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Glasgow, G2 8NJ
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

Job Title

Commercial Manager

Summary

We’re recruiting an experienced Commercial Manager to support a high-profile programme in Glasgow within the nuclear and defence sector. This contract role is ideal for someone who thrives in a highly regulated environment, with proven expertise in NEC4 contracts and stakeholder engagement.

This role requires eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance, you must be a British Born UK national

Salary

£70–£87 per hour (Umbrella) or PAYE equivalent, INSIDE IR35 via NRL

Location and Working Pattern

Glasgow – Hybrid working

The role requires a minimum of 3 days per week on-site, with possibility of this going up to 5 days when project needs demand.

Client Overview

Our client is a key organisation within the UK nuclear and defence sector, delivering complex engineering projects of national importance under strict regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

- Lead commercial delivery on NEC4 contracts across professional services scopes

- Manage commercial governance and reporting processes in compliance with client procedures

- Oversee and negotiate compensation events and early warnings to minimise project risk

- Provide commercial leadership and guidance to internal and external stakeholders

- Ensure accurate contract administration, including cost forecasting and Defined Cost mechanisms

- Support senior management in strategic decision-making related to contract performance

- Drive compliance and risk management across all commercial activities

Must-have Requirements

- Extensive experience with NEC4 contracts, ideally with the Professional Services Contract (PSC)

- Demonstrable track record managing compensation events, early warnings, and Defined Cost mechanisms

- Strong commercial leadership background within infrastructure, engineering, nuclear or defence sectors

- Ability to attend site in Glasgow a minimum of 3 days per week

Nice-to-have Skills

- Experience mentoring or developing junior commercial staff

- Familiarity with cost management software or tools used on large engineering projects

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If you meet the above criteria and want to join a major programme in the nuclear/defence sector, apply today to register your interest and secure this rewarding opportunity.

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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