Carmichael UK are seeking a Commercial Manager to join a tier 1 on a long term project.
You will act as the site based commercial lead for the project. Prior experience of managing £50m+ civil engineering contracts is needed.
Location:
Carterton OX18 3LX
The project involves the replacement of a significant proportion of the existing asphalt and concrete surfacing on the base, associated infrastructure, drainage and AGL works, with an anticipated value of c. £150m. We are currently in the design and site preparation phase, value c. £20m and pricing the main scheme, which is due to commence early 2026. Based on an NEC4 Option C and due to run until mid-2027.
Responsibilities
Take a leading role in multi-disciplinary “Squad” reviews to influence and determine procurement and packaging strategies.
Active participant in collaborative multi-disciplinary planning meetings.
Devising tender competition strategies and scoring matrices to ensure that the most appropriate supply chain is engaged.
Commenting upon and drafting of subcontract works information, site information and tender documentation.
Drafting Subcontract Data, selecting contractual options, drafting schedules of variations to contract, assessing subcontract scope to draft pricing schedules.
Reviewing all tender documentation to ensure consistency and compatibility with contractual and project requirements.
Setting strategies for and responding to tender queries, leading mid and post tender interviews.
Tender reviewer and verifying and validating of tender reports and recommendations.
Approving subcontracts for governance and execution.
Commercial management of significant subcontract packages through to final certification including change control and management.
Budget setting, forecasting and reporting.
About You:
Will need to obtain BPSS and then Security Clearance, so will need to UK Nationals and/or citizens of any European Union or NATO country.
Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen
Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions
Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge and experience
Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and associated change programmes