Commercial Lead

CompanyRullion

LocationBridgwater, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/22/2026

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Description

Job title: Commercial Lead

Job Type: Contract

Start date: Immediate

Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this)

Pay rate: Up to £550 per day (dependent on experience) PAYE, Umbrella options available

Location: Hinkley Point

Hours of work: Hybrid, predominantly on site.

The Commercial Lead is responsible for leading a commercial team to successfully manage all pre- and post-contract commercial activities across a portfolio of major contracts. The role typically has responsibility for contracts with values of up to £2bn, depending on risk and complexity, and provides leadership to a commercial team of up to 10 professionals.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate of the following skills/experience:

Strong commercial and contract management expertise, with proven experience leading commercial teams and managing major contracts.
Track record of working as part of a senior project management team, making sound decisions on high-value matters.

In-depth understanding of procurement, contract performance, risk, and change management.

Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., RICS, CICES, IOB, CIPS) and educated to degree level.

Experience with common contract forms (NEC & FIDIC) and knowledge of UK contract law as it applies to construction projects.

Familiarity with nuclear site licence conditions and the UK regulatory framework, including international supply chain management.

Experience in commercial management of major tier 1 contractors on site.

Role information:

Lead a commercial team of up to 10, managing a portfolio of major contracts, including high-value and high-risk contracts.
Take commercial accountability for a major tier 1 contractor during the installation phase, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
Lead procurement activities where required, ensuring schedules, scope, pricing, and contract arrangements are coordinated with the overall programme.
Oversee execution of contracts, ensuring compatibility and alignment with other projects, including scope, programme, key personnel, and incentive arrangements.

Develop and implement commercial strategies for change management, claims resolution, and high-value/high-risk items.

Manage commercial and delivery risks arising from contracted supplier performance.

Ensure effective stakeholder engagement across internal executives, external bodies, and regulators.

Promote collaborative behaviours, leading the supply chain and team in building strong working relationships.

Review contract performance and monthly reporting, proposing corrective actions where necessary.

Lead the team in cost control, including identifying potential changes or claims, ensuring adherence to change control processes, and maintaining cost transparency.

Oversee contract closeout, including agreement of final accounts and resolution of complex commercial issues.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, applying lessons learned and leading initiatives to enhance team and project performance.

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We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion’s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.