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title: Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract)
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# Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract)

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test,
commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that
are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

 

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and
regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising
their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation
at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around
1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very
best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in
infrastructure design.

## Context

We are looking for a Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract) to join our Commercial
team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded
professional to play a key role in supporting work-winning activity across a
diverse portfolio of opportunities.

 

In this role, you will provide commercial support throughout the bid and
pre-contract phase, helping to review, assess and negotiate a wide range of
contractual documentation with clients, partners and supply chain organisations.
You will work closely with bid teams, legal colleagues and senior commercial
leaders to identify risk, shape commercial strategy and support successful
contract outcomes.

 

This position would suit someone with strong contract knowledge, sound
commercial judgement and the confidence to influence internal and external
stakeholders. You will also support the handover into delivery teams post-award,
helping to ensure a smooth transition from pre-contract to project execution. 

## Missions/Main Duties

- Review, assess and negotiate a range of pre-contract documentation, including
  NDAs, MoUs, Teaming Agreements, Design Services Agreements and Joint Venture
  Agreements.
- Support the preparation and commercial review of tender and bid documentation.
- Carry out commercial and contractual risk assessments, identifying key issues
  and proposing practical solutions.
- Negotiate amendments to contract terms with clients, supply chain partners and
  joint venture stakeholders.
- Work closely with bid teams and senior commercial colleagues to help define
  and implement bid commercial strategies.
- Provide commercial input into pricing strategy and wider work-winning
  activity.
- Liaise with internal legal teams to support contract review, approvals and
  governance requirements.
- Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimisation without
  compromising quality or client outcomes.
- Support the handover of awarded contracts to project commercial teams,
  including escalation of key issues where required.
- Maintain strong commercial relationships with internal stakeholders, clients,
  contractors and delivery partners.
- Contribute to monthly commercial reporting and ensure compliance with internal
  commercial processes, including change and risk management.
- Promote a collaborative, high-performing culture aligned with company values
  and behavioural expectations.

## Profile/Skills

- Proven experience in a commercial, contracts or procurement role, ideally
  within sectors such as rail, highways, water, environment, energy,
  consultancy, PMO services or related infrastructure markets.
- Strong understanding of standard forms of contract, particularly NEC, together
  with broader service and consultancy contract arrangements.
- Demonstrable experience supporting bids, tenders and other pre-contract
  commercial activity.
- Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to identify risk and negotiate
  balanced contractual outcomes.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted
  relationships across internal teams, clients and partners.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work confidently across multiple opportunities, balancing
  priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Degree qualified in a relevant discipline, with chartership or professional
  membership desirable.
- A proactive and professional approach, with a strong commitment to governance,
  quality and continuous improvement.
- An appreciation of safe working practices and a commitment to supporting an
  inclusive and respectful working environment.

**Why SYSTRA?**

 

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept
at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical
excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and
internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all
colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for
career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration
package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a
broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

 

**Flexibility**

 

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel
supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working
from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial
in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise
that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a
dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to
reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

 

**Diversity & Inclusion**

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of
people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better
solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and
clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues
and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring
their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to
ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

 

**Wellbeing**

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and
mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of
support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating
workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external
support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social
calendar.

 

Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey.
If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your
application or interview process please email:

reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated
confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any
candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

 

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in
hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for
the role – you could still be just what we are looking for.

## Workplace Type

Hybrid