The role involves leading commercial development of LDES projects, managing CAPEX estimations, contractor tender processes, and overseeing FEED contracts while ensuring investment readiness prior to FID.
The Pre-FID Commercial Manager will play a leading role in the commercial development of Highview’s Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) projects ahead of the Financial Investment Decision (FID) gate.
The role ensures investment readiness through robust CAPEX estimation, procurement strategy, FEED contract oversight, and lender due diligence support.
In addition, the position contributes to corporate reporting, governance, policy improvement, and commercial capability building across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-FID Project Commercial Support
- Lead commercial input into new project development prior to the FID gate.
- Prepare, validate, and benchmark CAPEX estimates, leveraging market intelligence and supply chain engagement.
- Manage end-to-end contractor tender processes to support CAPEX development and investment case accuracy.
- Coordinate responses to lender and investor due diligence queries, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
- Obtain and review inputs from other functions (such as Legal, Finance, Engineering, Project Controls, Procurement) and external advisers.
- Provide commercial support for LDES Cap & Floor submissions and other regulatory submissions.
FEED Contract Oversight & EPC Commercial Transition
- Lead the commercial management of a Tier 1 EPC contractor during the execution of the FEED contract.
- Monitor adherence to scope, deliverables, schedule, cost assumptions, and information requirements critical to the FID investment case.
- Negotiate and refine commercial positions, risk allocations, payment structures, and performance frameworks that underpin the FEED through to EPC.
- Support the development and agreement of EPC Heads of Terms and commercial principles during FEED.
- Establish the contractual framework enabling the same contractor to transition post-FID into full EPC execution under pre-agreed terms.
- Capture learnings and cost drivers during FEED to improve CAPEX maturity and execution readiness.
Requirements
Essential:
- A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent).
- 15+ years of experience in a project commercial management role within the large scale Infrastructure or energy sectors, with experience managing large, complex projects.
- Demonstrable experience managing large FEED contracts and negotiating major project EPC delivery models.
- Proven capability supporting or leading lender/ investor due diligence activities.
- Strong pre-FID exposure including CAPEX modelling, contractor engagement, and procurement strategy.
- Strong grasp of contract forms and commercial frameworks (NEC experience desirable).
- Experience with the procurement and execution management of subcontracts for large-scale projects.
- Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with various stakeholders, including contractors, senior management, and suppliers.
- Ability to manage and resolve disputes and commercial challenges effectively.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in project management software and cost management tools.
Desirable:
- Chartered status with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or another relevant professional body.
Benefits
- Private Medical and Dental Insurance
- Financial Wellbeing Support Platform, including hunting down lost pensions, access to Independent Financial Advisors, and retail discounts.
- Attractive salary package
- Annual salary review at management's discretion
- 25 days of paid annual leave
- 5% Pension contribution with the option for salary sacrifice
- Season ticket loan available
- Opportunities for Learning and Development
Top Skills
Capex Estimation
Cost Management Tools
Project Management Software
Highview Power London, England Office
2a Charing Cross Road, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 0HG
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