Senior Commercial Manager (Route) - C&P

addressing risks, resolving issues and protecting safety and wellbeing.Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don't always fit around a traditional working pattern, if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our upmost to help you to invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.We're also a employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.We want to help deliver a railway which is safe, reliable, affordable and that provides great customer service to everyone.Brief DescriptionAre you ready to take the lead in one of the most dynamic and fast-paced infrastructure portfolios in the country? We're seeking driven and strategic professionals to lead the commercial and contract management of a diverse portfolio of building, civil engineering, maintenance, and renewal projects, as well as critical infrastructure support contracts, throughout Scotland's Railway.About the role (External)The Role

• Lead commercial management across high-volume, fast-moving portfolios.
• Develop commercial strategies and support pre-contract activities to ensure projects are set up for success from day one.
• Collaborate with internal teams, understand stakeholder needs, and build strong supplier relationships.
• Navigate multiple projects at various stages, bringing clarity, structure, and momentum.
• Oversee contractor performance under framework agreements, leading contract negotiations and risk/value assessments.
• Guide and develop a high-performing commercial team in a relentless drive for efficiency.
  A self-motivated leader who thrives under pressure.
• Someone who can juggle priorities, manage workloads, and inspire their team to deliver results.
• A sharp commercial mind with a passion for infrastructure and making a tangible impact.
• A strong communicator who champions opportunity for continuous improvement.
Skills and KnowledgeEssential· Knowledge of railway and construction industry conditions of contract· Educated to degree level or equivalent and professional qualification· Experienced negotiator· Experience of resolution of construction contract disputes· 5 years' relevant railway and/or construction experience· Knowledge of railway commercial contract managementDesirable· Experience of managing and developing a team of staff· Good communication skills both written and oral· Experience of contractors accountsJoin us and make a real impact on Scotland's infrastructure, helping to shape the future of our railway network.You'll be at the heart of projects that keep Scotland moving - literally. With every contract you manage you'll be helping to shape a safer, more efficient railway for communities across the country.Join a team that thrives on unlocking efficiencies through imaginative, forward-thinking collaboration with the supply chain and we'll ensure you're supported and mentored every step of the way as you pursue your personal development goals, including achieving chartered status with RICS, or an equivalent professional body.#LI-SY1How to apply (External)Salary: £55,596 - £63,797Network Rail Benefits -Closing date: Midnight of 23rd September 2025Please note proof of all essential qualifications will be required.Please get your application in as soon as possible, we may close the advert before the listed closing date if we receive enough applications. Late applications will not be accepted.Please note the recruitment process for this role is a competency based interview.We're dedicated to creating an and we welcome applications from everyone!Network Rail is a and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
At Network Rail, our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter.Scotland's Railway is part of this large family and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users, drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for