Commercial Lead
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7BG |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | UK Power Networks |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 81638_1767961225 |
Summary
81638 - Commercial Lead - Bury St Edmunds | £94,906 + Car + Bonus
UK Power Networks - Capital Programme (Diversions & Connections)
Apply by: 25 January 2026
Ready to take charge of high‑value construction projects and shape the success of major long‑term contracts? We're looking for an experienced Commercial Lead to join our Capital Programme team and drive excellence across contract management, commercial performance, and stakeholder engagement.
In this influential role, you'll:
✨ Lead commercial delivery on a portfolio of construction projects
✨ Guide contract set‑up, pricing, change control, dispute resolution & scope management
✨ Partner closely with Project Managers, Planners, Designers and senior stakeholders
✨ Provide quantity surveying expertise and ensure compliance to standards
✨ Produce insightful commercial reporting and identify risks & opportunities
What we're offering:
* £94,906 salary + company car + 3% bonus
* Blended working (3 office / 2 remote after probation)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Excellent pension (up to 10% employer contribution)
* Reservist leave
* Tech, cycle & green car schemes
* Health & wellbeing support
* Retail discounts, gym discount & EAP
About you:
You'll bring strong quantity surveying experience, confidence managing complex contracts, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence at all levels. Degree-qualified or equivalent experience; professional membership (RICS/CIOB/ICES) is a bonus.
If you're ready to lead, collaborate and make a commercial impact-we'd love to hear from you.