Salary: Circa £500 p/d outside IR35 depending on experience
Opportunity: Manage contract delivery in a post-contract award environment working on a massive infrastructure construction framework, specifically the NEC4 ECC Option C.
Key Responsibilities:
* Keep project within approved spending limits.
* Cost management and project management support.
* Instruct work or refrain from instructing work based on information.
* Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
* Harmonize internal and external stakeholders.
* Conduct CMAR.
The Senior Commercial Manager will manage the day-to-day commercial needs of our projects. Using skills, knowledge, and experience, you will provide expert advice and guidance, manage and monitor all processes, procedures, and negotiations in relation to contract and client performance, and ensure all legislative and contract requirements are adhered to.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Preparation and management of project budgets.
* Work with the Project Manager to oversee the commercial and contractual management aspects of projects.
* Review and advise on contracts, managing risk and maximizing operational performance, including the submission of Early Warnings and all notifications.
* Procure subcontracts and oversee the commercial and contractual management of all subcontractors engaged.
* Lead negotiations with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve favorable outcomes and resolve any contractual disputes.
* Stay updated with industry best practices, changes in legislation, and emerging trends in commercial management.
* Monitor performance of commercial activities using key metrics and prepare timely reports for the senior management team and Board of Directors.
* Preparation of monthly applications and managing forecasts to ensure monthly and annual targets are achieved, working with the finance department to ensure effective cash flow management.
* Produce accurate monthly CVRs with Project Managers and consolidate individual CVRs into monthly management accounts, collaborating with both the finance department and Commercial Director.
* Negotiate final accounts with both clients and subcontractors.
* Represent both internal and external stakeholders at meetings and events with clients, partners, and other stakeholders.
* Work with other departments and members of the Senior Management Team to enable the company to achieve its strategic and operational targets.
* Undertake any other duties considered to be commensurate with the experience of the post holder and the requirements of the role.
To be successful in this role you will need:
Requirements:
* Minimum of 10-15 years previous experience in a Senior Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management role.
* Excellent knowledge of the NEC Suite of Contracts is essential.
* Strong understanding of commercial and financial principles, with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with internal and external clients and stakeholders.
* Proven track record in leading financial management and cost control on projects.
* Strong organizational abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
* Understanding of risk analysis and management, with the ability to resolve problems at an early stage.
* IT literate and fully conversant with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
* Ability to travel when required throughout the UK to attend site visits and project meetings.
Skills and Attributes:
* Superior stakeholder management in complex and challenging environments.
* Resilience to legacy culture of organizations resistant to change.
* Able to encourage, mentor, and coach other team members.
* Problem solver, positive and proactive.
* Innovative, creative, and open-minded.
* Organized and meticulous in detail.
* Ability to listen and communicate with all levels and treat others respectfully.
* Experience working on large complex infrastructure and construction programs.
Preferred but not essential:
* BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification.
If you are a self-motivated professional with a strong background in complex programs, technical project management, and experience in complex infrastructure projects and/or MOD environments, we want to hear from you. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager. Apply online and ideally also send your CV to tom.dykes@1st-executive.com so we can arrange a time to discuss your background, suitability, and the role itself in more detail.
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