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Major Projects-Commercial Lead Client: Southern WaterLocation: Hybrid - 2-3 days office-based in Durrington (Worthing) or Falmer (Brighton)Contract: Permanent | Full-time (Mon-Fri)Salary: £55,000 - £82,000 per annum (depending on experience) About the Role Southern Water is seeking experienced Major Projects Commercial Leads / Managers to provide leadership and expertise across commercial workstreams for high-profile schemes within our major projects portfolio. This role is pivotal in ensuring successful market delivery and procurement of major projects, while safeguarding value for money and efficient risk allocation for customers and shareholders. You will play a key role in projects selected for competitively delivered / externally financed delivery models, navigating internal governance, regulatory processes, and managing a broad range of stakeholders to promote constructive dialogue. Key Responsibilities Contract Structuring, Negotiation & Management: Develop commercial models, risk allocation, bespoke contract provisions, and payment mechanisms aligned with regulatory guidance.Business Case Development: Provide commercial input into project approvals, financial models, and value-for-money assessments.Risk Management: Mitigate risks or allocate them to parties best able to manage them.Financial Efficiency: Assess financial models and commercial contracts for cost-effectiveness.Compliance Monitoring: Ensure adherence to agreed commercial terms.Stakeholder Management: Establish clear communication channels and re