Commercial Manager

Title: Commercial Manager The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) model was mobilised in 2019 with the purpose of transforming major project delivery at the Sellafield nuclear site. The partnership is delivering a 20-year pipeline of major infrastructure projects to support the decommissioning of Sellafield and to create a clean and safe environment for future generations. In delivering its pipeline of large-scale infrastructure projects, PPP is creating opportunities for its people, supply chain, economy and communities. KBR’s rapidly growing nuclear team of teams is working at the forefront of the UK’s nuclear space on some of the most exciting new-build, defence and decommissioning programmes. KBR was recently named a “Great Place to Work-Certified” company, an honour that underscores the company’s commitment to being a UK employer of choice for people who want to do work that matters. Role Purpose To provide end-to-end commercial leadership across PPP projects, shaping commercial and procurement strategies from project initiation through to delivery and handover. The Commercial Manager ensures that projects are established with robust commercial and procurement strategies, delivering value for money, effective risk management and strong supply chain performance aligned to PPP standards and objectives. The role operates as a key member of the project leadership team and acts as the primary commercial advisor to the Project Director, with functional alignment to PPP Commercial leadership. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will be a core member of the project leadership team, working closely with the Project Director to shape strategy, guide decision-making and ensure robust commercial governance. With a strong focus on the early project lifecycle, you will: Define and deliver commercial and procurement strategies Establish route to market and supply chain approach Support business case development and approval Ensure projects are set up for successful delivery and value for money What You’ll Be Doing Leading the development of commercial and procurement strategies Shaping route to market and contracting approach Overseeing end-to-end procurement activities Ensuring alignment with PPP Supply Chain Strategy Driving value for money and risk management Managing contracts, cost, forecasting and cashflow Leading and developing commercial teams Providing expert advice to project leadership Supporting supply chain mobilisation and performance What We’re Looking For Experience in commercial or procurement leadership Ability to develop procurement strategies and business cases Knowledge of NEC contracts and procurement frameworks MCIPS/ MRICS Experience in infrastructure or regulated environments Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Key Skills & Experience Extensive experience in commercial or procurement leadership Strong knowledge of procurement strategy and NEC contracts Experience in major infrastructure or regulated environments Ability to develop business cases and commercial strategies Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Chartered status (MRICS, MCIPS) desirable Eligible for UK nuclear clearance Due to the nature of our work and security requirements, KBR does not offer sponsorship for this role. We can only consider applicants with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom #LI-JI1 KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish th