Description CMDP is a joint venture between Costain and MWHT and delivers a range of schemes to maintain and improve Southern Water’s water supply and wastewater treatment works in the eastern half its region (Kent & Sussex) LI-SA1 Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Providing commercial input at work winning stage. Responsibility for ensuring adequate commercial resourcing of project teams. Management of commercial personnel responsible for the following activities: Main Contract management and administration. Supply chain management (including supply chain contract administration). Commercial reporting. Planning & programme management. Responsible for cash management. Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s commercial and / or project teams. Implement commercial procedures and reporting to ensure compliance with company and contract requirements. Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues. Provide guidance and support to the commercial team and develop the skills and competencies of the staff to ensure successful succession planning. Work alongside the Commercial Managers from other sectors/projects to ensure a consistent approach across the business. Manage and report on matters relating to insurances relevant to the project. Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Experience Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen. A creative, strategic and innovative approach to problem-solving. Extensive experience of setting up and/or operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution. Extensive experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information, prepare reports, payment certificates and interim financial reports and closeout reports. Experience of developing & implementing procurement and contract strategies. Proven negotiating and team-working skills demonstrating the ability to motivate, develop and lead teams to deliver to or above target levels of performance. Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge and experience. Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and associated change programmes. Qualifications Essential Holds an RICS / CICES accredited degree. Desirable Full Membership of RICS or CICES. May also be a member of other professional bodies or hold additional qualifications.