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Derby | Hybrid Working | SC Clearance Required

Join a leading consultancy delivering nationally significant Defence programmes.

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Consultancy Manager|Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Defence team in Derby. Working within a highly regulated environment, you'll provide commercial and contract management expertise across complex programmes and projects, supporting successful delivery for key Defence sector clients.

The Role

As a Commercial Consultancy Manager, you will work closely with clients, contractors and project teams, providing commercial advice and ensuring robust contract administration throughout the project life cycle. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial professional looking to further develop their career within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities
Deliver commercial and contract management services across projects and programmes.
Administer NEC contracts and ensure contractual compliance.
Provide commercial advice and support to project stakeholders.
Support cost management, forecasting, reporting and financial controls.
Manage commercial risk, change control and compensation events.
Assess contractor applications, variations, claims and final accounts.
Prepare commercial reports, correspondence and contractual notices.
Maintain accurate commercial records and audit trails.
Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
Support continuous improvement and commercial best practice initiatives.
About You

We are looking for candidates who possess:

Experience in commercial management within Defence, Infrastructure, Nuclear, Engineering or other complex project environments.
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and contract administration.
Experience in cost management, forecasting, reporting and change control.
Understanding of commercial governance, contract law and construction/engineering contracts.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
Current SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance (essential).

Package & Benefits

Competitive salary
Car allowance
Hybrid working
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Income protection insurance
Competitive pension scheme
Discretionary annual salary reviews
Family-friendly benefits
22 days annual leave, plus additional company leave days and bank holidays
Professional development and clear career progression opportunities
Opportunity to work on nationally important Defence projects within a growing team

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Electrical Quantity Surveyor - Defence

Location: Derby or Plymouth (Flexible / Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Comprehensive Benefits
Security Clearance: SC Cleared or Eligible to Obtain SC Clearance

The Opportunity

A leading global consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join its growing Defence team, supporting the delivery of some of the UKs most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly regulated environment, managing the commercial delivery of major electrical and MEP packages across secure Defence projects. Candidates will be considered for opportunities in both Derby and Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the commercial delivery of electrical works packages from procurement through to final account.
Prepare and maintain cost forecasts, CVRs, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting.
Administer NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, ensuring contractual obligations are effectively managed.
Lead change control activities, including compensation events, variations and claims.
Review and manage payment applications, subcontractor valuations and final accounts.
Support procurement activities, tender evaluations, commercial reviews and subcontract negotiations.
Monitor project performance against budgets and provide commercial recommendations.
Maintain accurate commercial records and supporting documentation.
Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, design teams and construction professionals.
Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks while maximising opportunities.
Build strong relationships with clients, contractors and supply chain partners.
Provide expert commercial advice across electrical infrastructure projects.
About You
Experience as an Electrical Quantity Surveyor, MEP Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager.
Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure, building services, power, energy or Defence projects.
Proven NEC3/NEC4 contract experience.
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing change control, compensation events and final accounts.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Eligible to obtain or currently hold SC Clearance.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.