Framework Manager (Commissioning)

We’re recruiting for an experienced Am to lead the effective delivery, integration, and governance of a major commissioning framework supporting one of the UK’s most significant energy infrastructure projects. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to play a key leadership role in ensuring the successful deployment and performance of embedded commissioning personnel.

Salary
£70,000–£80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Location and Working Pattern
Bridgewater, Somerset- Hybrid working available

Client Overview
Our client is a highly regarded engineering business delivering critical infrastructure programmes across the UK. They provide long‑term, strategic support to major energy projects, ensuring successful outcomes through collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and governance of the commissioning framework, ensuring integration and performance of commissioned personnel across multiple projects.
• Provide operational and technical leadership to embedded teams, ensuring alignment with commissioning strategies, project milestones, and safety requirements.
• Act as the senior interface between alliance partners and the client, influencing key decisions and promoting effective collaboration.
• Drive excellence in commissioning through strategic workforce planning, development, and deployment.
• Ensure all commissioning work complies with project standards, nuclear safety requirements, and regulatory expectations.
• Lead framework governance processes and ensure compliance with contractual and business management requirements.
• Deliver continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project performance, efficiency, and collaboration.
• Oversee readiness, assurance activities, audits, and reviews to support successful project execution.
• Champion a strong safety culture and commitment to operational excellence.

Leadership and Business Responsibilities

• Achieve framework growth, profitability, and performance targets in line with annual business plans.
• Manage quarterly and annual KPI reviews to drive incentive performance and continuous improvement.
• Develop strategic workforce plans to meet current and future commissioning demand.
• Chair quarterly steering meetings and lead client engagement on behalf of the alliance.
• Oversee framework financial performance including forecasting, utilisation, and cost control.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and succession planning for commissioning talent.
• Encourage collaboration across partners to maintain a high‑performing commissioning organisation.
• Present performance reports and strategic insights to senior stakeholders.

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven experience managing frameworks or contracts involving embedded personnel in large‑scale infrastructure or energy projects.
• Background in construction or major infrastructure delivery.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes, alliance delivery models, and collaborative project environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience managing compliance, documentation, and performance reporting.
• Experience working in regulated sectors such as nuclear, energy, or major infrastructure.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and alliance principles.
• Relevant project or programme management qualification (e.g., APM, MSP, Lean).

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension and performance‑related incentives.
• Career development opportunities within a leading infrastructure business.

 

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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