Job Description

On behalf of Network Rail, we are looking for a Commercial Manager for a 12 month contract, hybrid working with 2-3 days in the office at Kings Cross, London and the remainder working from home.



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!

As a Commercial Manager, your main responsibilities will be:

Monitor and ensure compliance with Network Rail's corporate governance, manage all commercial aspects of allocated projects (including cost reporting, forecasting, and risk identification), and provide proactive advice on change control and contractual matters. Lead the assessment, valuation, and certification of contractor applications and payments, challenge and audit costs, negotiate prices under existing contracts, and support both pre- and post-contract procurement activities. Produce and manage commercial correspondence, reports, and payment applications; deliver ad-hoc management information; support project close-out and final account settlements; and drive continual improvement through cost analysis and feedback.

Essential:

End to end procurement experience Team player with the ability to work independently Strong knowledge of regulations, public procurement policy/act Network Rail policy and systems knowledge

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".