Senior Commercial Modelling Manager

About the job.

We're looking for a Senior Commercial Modelling Manager to join our Commercial and Procurement team within the Business Services Directorate at National Highways. You'll be responsible for protection of National Highways commercial interests by designing and implementing robust commercial models so that we remain a demanding and intelligence customer.

You'll lead the delivery of commercial models with a consistent and high-quality approach to support the commercial and procurement strategy, set out in each of the procurement programmes in the Statement of Need.

This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

• Assess and ensure all models and processes align to the original intent of the defined strategy.
• Lead on the planning and implementation of commercial modelling as part of the overall procurement strategy, and encourage innovation, empowering and inspiring continuous improvement.
• Build the capacity, capability and expertise to balance efficient delivery of immediate outcomes and the realisation of future improvements within the procurement programme.
• Analyse, and provide management information and reports to identify trends and address issues proactively, Coach and support programme and project managers/sponsors and their teams on the application and interpretation of the commercial models.

About you.

• Professionally qualified, RICS, CInstCES or significant Commercial Procurement experience.
• High level of knowledge of NEC forms of contract. Experience of tendering and procurement using NEC forms of contract.
• Significant experience of working in commercial teams including matrix management at a senior level.
• Extensive knowledge of cost and budget management, law of contracts and dispute resolution and conflict avoidance.
• Capacity to absorb complex and diverse information and use strong practical influencing skills, both internally and externally to optimise commercial programme interests.

About us.

Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership.

Business Services plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation and growth of the strategic road network. We provide a wide range of essential services across the organisation, ensuring that all functions run smoothly and effectively. We work behind the scenes to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and services, ensuring that National Highways meets its commitments to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

Our key areas of focus include procurement, finance, human resources, IT, and strategic planning. We ensure the company operates efficiently, delivers projects on time and within budget, and meets the needs of stakeholders. By offering expert advice, managing resources, and driving operational excellence, we support National Highways in achieving its mission of maintaining and improving the road network across the country.

External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.