Commercial Systems Manager - Manchester
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2132 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 39% sure that is the right code. Laing O'Rourke is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
This could also be SOC 2131 (IT project managers, If role were discrete-duration IT project delivery rather than ongoing system administration.) or SOC 2432 (Marketing and commercial managers, If commercial management of contracts and business were the core duty.). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
Do you have experience managing commercial systems and supporting project teams to maximise the value of digital tools and data?
Are you ready to play a key role in improving commercial systems, processes and reporting across some of the UK's most complex construction and infrastructure projects?
If so, this could be the opportunity for you.
The Commercial Systems Manager Opportunity
Laing O'Rourke is seeking an experienced Commercial Systems Manager with strong Oracle Primavera Unifier experience to join our Commercial team in Manchester.
As part of our digital transformation strategy, you'll take ownership of the administration, governance and continuous improvement of Oracle Primavera Unifier, supporting the transition from existing CVR processes and ensuring the system effectively supports commercial management across major projects.
Working closely with Commercial, Project Controls, Digital and IT teams, you'll drive system adoption, improve data quality and develop effective reporting and insights to support informed decision-making.
What will the role look like?
- Lead the administration, configuration and ongoing management of Oracle Primavera Unifier across the business.
- Manage system access, security, workflows, templates, processes and governance.
- Support the implementation, integration and continuous improvement of Unifier across major projects.
- Work closely with Commercial and Project Controls teams to ensure the system meets business requirements.
- Provide system support, troubleshooting, guidance and training to users across the business.
- Develop user guidance, processes and best practice documentation to drive consistent system adoption.
- Strong hands-on administration and configuration of Oracle Primavera Unifier, ideally within a construction, engineering or infrastructure environment.
- Proven track record of implementing, transitioning and optimising Unifier, with a strong understanding of systems governance, data management and business processes.
- Knowledge of Thinkproject CEMAR or similar contract management platforms is desirable.
- Familiarity with Power BI and commercial reporting tools is desirable.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident providing user support, training and guidance, with the ability to work collaboratively across Commercial, Project Controls, Digital and IT teams.
We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
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Where this offer sits in the market
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Laing O'Rourke holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2132 going rate of £55,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.