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ENGINEERING/DESIGN STUDIES/METHODS 2026-125228 2763 England, United Kingdom PermanentTo ease reading, the plural masculine form may be used on this page; our vacancies are however directed to persons of all genders
Senior Commercial Manager
16/03/2026Position: Senior Commercial Manager
Location: Bristol
Reference: 3538
Travel: Hybrid – minimum 2 days
Arrangement: Staffed
NUVIA UK's Technical Services & Consulting department is fast growing with hybrid opportunities available up and down the country. We're striving to create a multidisciplinary team to offer our clients the best range of talent.
BPSS clearance will be required at basic level. Prior clearance will not be transferrable.
The Senior Commercial Manager (Cost Verification) is principally responsible for delivering the internally delivered “firewall 3” Cost Verification elements of the Commercial Assurance Strategy for the client Project. The SCM (Cost Verification) is also required to provide suitable expert advice as requested into the creation of the annual assurance schedule, the identification of cross cutting trends and themes, and the delivery of internal actions to address such themes – e.g. the delivery of workshops / education to commercial teams.
Principal Accountabilities
- Deliver Firewall 3 Cost Verification assurance activities where appropriate
- Support in the analysis of Cost Verification assurance findings – such that key themes and trends can be identified, lessons learnt, and effective action taken.
- Work with appropriate owners to provide appropriate guidance and education to Project Managers and Suppliers regarding their Firewall 1 and Firewall 2 responsibilities for Cost Verification such that they understand them and can carry them out effectively.
- Support the annual review of site Commercial Assurance Strategy, specifically the Cost Verification section as part of the Payment control point.
- Support the production of a rolling 12-month Cost Verification assurance schedule
- Support the analysis of Cost Verification findings to identify cross cutting trends and themes
- Provide expert advice into the how to address cross cutting trends and themes – leading as appropriate on the delivery of any actions
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience working with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) used within the Nuclear Power construction industry and major projects
- Able to demonstrate a noteworthy track record as a Contract Manager, Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Chartered Accountant and/or Auditor.
- Effective commercial / contract management skills, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial value.
- Understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change management.
- Good collaboration, influencing and communication skills
- Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy.
- Problem solver who can understand wider strategic context and is prepared to take ownership and work autonomously to deliver requirements which meet these aims.
- Full membership of the RICS / ICAS or equivalent professional body educated to relevant degree level (commercial management and / or accounting) desirable.
Why us?
Employee Staff Benefits:
- 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Employee Share Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work
- 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)
- 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)
- Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
- In partnership with trade unions
- Personal Development & Further Education Support
- Long Service & Recognition Awards
- Free Employee Assistance Programme
*After 1 year of service.
Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.
Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.
Nuvia UK is committed towards equality in employment.
Entity
NUVIA is a branch of VINCI, the world's largest integrated concessions and construction group. NUVIA is more specifically the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group and is involved in the entire life cycle of nuclear facilities, from new build to decommissioning, maintenance and operation. NUVIA is constantly growing, with more than 2700 employees worldwide. On average, 100 men and women join us every year. Now, more than ever, we are looking for new talent to support the group's growth.
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