Are you an experienced Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge?
Do you have experience working on highly regulated projects?
Can you demonstrate previous experience working on NEC Contracts?
If the answer is yes, please read on and get in touch today to avoid missing out!
The opportunity
Given recent and forecasted project growth, our leading engineering and maintenance provider is currently searching for an experienced Commercial Manager to report directly to the Head of Commercial for Engineering, Automation and Projects. This role is responsible for delivering best-in-class contract controls, coupled with P&L performance across the Automation, Production, Service & Engineering (APS&E) profit centres.
Working from any of the following offices on a hybrid basis: Aberdeen, Grangemouth, Middlesbrough, Warrington, Reading, or Fareham, with travel to Warrington as and when required (a few times a month).
Remuneration and benefits
Alongside a fantastic salary of £85k per annum, you will also be entitled to a wide range of benefits including pension fund contributions, supplementary private insurance, increased training support, plus many more!
Your duties and responsibilities will include:
1. Providing visibility on Contract Financial Performance, including the preparation of monthly management accounts.
2. Accountable for the commercial and cost management of all projects from inception to close out, ensuring maximum efficiencies and full compliance with company governance procedures.
3. Working closely with Technical, Project Management, and Project Controls teams.
4. Conducting audits and reviews as necessary to assist with the identification and implementation of potential commercial improvements.
5. Ensuring suitable controls are in place in support of financial deliverables.
6. Ensuring compliance with company policies, processes, and procedures related to the management of commercial aspects.
7. Supporting operations and project teams in the execution of contracts related to financial and overall performance against agreed budgets and preparing reports in accordance with Company procedures.
8. Interfacing with Business Managers, Invoicing, Accounts, Procurement, and Tendering.
9. Collating all relevant start-up information for jobs/phases.
10. Reporting to senior management on the ongoing financial performance of each job by preparing monthly management accounts & Project Board Reports.
11. Studying and familiarising oneself with relevant Contract Commercial Terms and Conditions and monitoring compliance.
12. Reviewing invoices for completeness and correctness prior to submission to Client.
13. Assisting in the preparation of valuations on the client contract terms.
14. Assisting with the identification and management of contract variations including compensation events.
15. Assisting Delivery Managers in the preparation of monthly cost/value reports and conducting subsequent analysis, review, and feedback.
16. Setting up appropriate cost control/monitoring mechanisms and conducting ongoing audits and reviews.
17. Collating contract budgeting/forecasting information and checking the integrity of information provided.
18. Assisting in the preparation and resolution of claims.
19. Submitting annual rate uplifts, including the development of fully recovered rates (FRR).
20. Assisting in the re-negotiation of revised contract terms.
21. Identifying areas of commercial weakness and assisting in improving these issues.
22. Cross-sharing ideas between different contracts to ensure lessons learned from both positive and negative influences.
23. Assisting in the standardisation of techniques and reporting mechanisms.
24. Assisting in preparing/reviewing the commercial element of Business Cases.
25. Interfacing with the Procurement Team.
26. Assisting in the preparation of the financial element for client reports.
27. Monitoring and providing feedback relative to KPI performance and highlighting areas where improvement is necessary to optimise financial return.
28. Assisting the Project Manager in developing appropriate processes/systems for client-specific requirements about detailed cost breakdowns.
29. Acting as the interface person for Invoicing departments regarding commercial issues.
30. Conducting reconciliation exercises as required.
31. Reviewing baseline programmes and subsequent programme updates.
32. Providing detailed analysis of completed projects to highlight areas of learning.
33. Monitoring debt on a weekly basis and assisting in expediting overdue payments.
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
1. Proven track record in a similar commercial role.
2. Experience in a fast-paced work environment, i.e. contractor working.
3. Possess a finance degree or the necessary experience to compensate.
4. Problem solver.
5. Self-starter and team player.
6. Relationship builder.
7. Contract awareness including an understanding of NEC4 / NEC3.
8. Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
9. Strong communication and people management skills.
10. Knowledge of SAP.
11. Previous use of CEMAR or Sypro.
Get in touch now
If you're currently seeking an exciting opportunity where you will be responsible for driving all cost management and change support and think you have the relevant skills and experience our client is seeking, then apply today to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity!
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK. Millbank is proud to be a member of the 'Disability Confident Scheme'. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.
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