This role will be based in Gloucester
With UK roots going back over 100 years, Lendlease’s Construction business brings deep knowledge and capability to all that we do. We are a trusted construction partner to many of the most respected private and public sector organisations in the UK.
Whether a new build, a repurposed or reconstructed property, a heritage restoration or a multi-phased development, our clients trust us to drive delivery, deal with complexity, and provide strategic and long-term economic and social value with innovative and sustainable solutions.
The role
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Commercial Manager (Senior Quantity Surveyor) to join our regional Construction business as part of the public sector projects team.
All projects are currently in a preconstruction phase, with a start on site late 2025. During the initial preconstruction phase, this role will need to be based in our offices.
You will do
* Procurement of the project in accordance with approved strategy, ensuring that orders are fully scoped, bought at best value and are correctly contracted in accordance with limits of authority.
* Liaising and communicating with the Client team in accordance with the Contract.
* Converting the Project to an NEC4 Option A Contract for Construction.
* Procurement and preparing contracts for execution for Early Works and Surveys, in line with limits of authority.
* Managing supply chain relationships to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to procurement.
* Robust implementation and management of commercial, legal, insurance and risk controls of the Project (including but not limited to OLi and PMTR/PID’s).
* Accurate commercial reporting and contract administration. This includes (but is not limited to) interim payments, management of change accounts, cashflows, final accounting and contract administration.
* You will ensure that the project is delivered in a safe, timely, efficient and sustainable manner, whilst achieving project targets, meeting client expectations and enhancing the reputation of the business.
* Procurement of work packages in line with the Project Procurement Strategy.
* Conversion of the project from preconstruction to construction.
* Administration of the NEC4 Contracts.
* Production of Tender Recommendation Reports and Contract Sum Analysis.
* Preparation of Subcontracts for execution in line with limits of authority.
* Understand and apply commercial & financial procedures and reporting systems.
* Maintains detailed prelim forecasts and actual costs and intervenes where negative trends identified.
* Management of bonds, PCGs, warranty insurances and associated risks.
* Management of cost, value and profit.
* Reports accurately to the monthly forecast final account.
* Procures robust packages with an understanding of package interfaces.
* Manages cash flow to the benefit of the project and business.
* Supports the project manager to manage project risk and opportunities.
* Manages the change process in accordance with the contract.
* Demonstrates skills in the avoidance and defence of claims.
* Prepares bid documentation to ensure a fully defined tender.
You will bring
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or other construction related degree.
* Holds or working towards RICS or CIOB.
* Experience working for a reputable main contractor as a commercial manager or quantity surveyor.
* Tendering subcontract works packages of medium to high value.
* Able to prepare subcontract documentation ready for engrossment by external parties.
* Advanced word-processing, Excel spreadsheet packages and cost management software.
* Good understanding of building technology / construction methods.
* Ability to read drawings and construction design information.
* Valuing interim applications.
* Change management in accordance with the contract.
* Preparation of internal monthly cost reports / cost to complete forecasts.
* Measurement and valuation techniques.
* NEC4 Contract experience and knowledge.
What we provide
* Car allowance.
* Flexible and hybrid work options.
* Industry leading pension scheme.
* Private medical health benefit and dental plan options.
* Enhanced parental leave.
* Life assurance.
* 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
* Wellbeing leave.
* Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.
* '24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services.'
* Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide.
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