Senior Commercial Manager

Hays; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Job description

Civil Engineering & Nuclear Project

About the Role -
Two of Europe's most dynamic engineering and construction specialists are working together in a joint venture named to deliver the main civil engineering works worth over £2.8 billion on one of the most complex civil projects anywhere in Europe. Our clients are responsible for the Design & Build (D&B) including fit out and handover of the Operations Service Centre (OSC) within the project site.

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager who has a back catalogue in overseeing the financial management of complex, high-value projects from tendering and preconstruction to delivery. As a Commercial Manager, you will develop procurement strategies, manage risks, negotiate contracts, and ensure commercial success. You will also play a key role in project leadership, with responsibilities in risk management, procurement, financial reporting, and supply chain management. Typically, they are experienced industry professionals, skilled in negotiation and team leadership, with a deep understanding of the construction sector. Senior Commercial Managers often hold Chartered status (RICS, ICES, CIOB) and mentor other commercial staff.

Responsibilities:

• Form an integral part of the multidisciplinary sub-teams responsible for project delivery and client service.
• Drafting of contractual correspondence to support Project Leadership.
• Prepare the interim applications for payment and agreements.
• Management, administration, and settlement of subcontractors' accounts, including accountability for those delegated to your team.
• Preparation and management of any claims.
• The flexible management of staff to provide an effective commercial service for the business.
• Providing junior members of staff inside and outside of function with support and guidance on their job responsibilities.
• Negotiating with client's representatives, sub-contractors, and other consultants to achieve project results while maintaining group relationships.
• Input into contractual implications of intended courses of action.
• Advise and manage commercial risks within the project or projects.
• Input and support the preparation of monthly contract review reports, communicate key risk, opportunity, and change with transparency, in a timely manner.

Qualifications:
Autonomously delivered a large project in the remit of £25mil+
Confident in demanding environments.
Expert Coins user.
Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)
B.Sc.(Hons) MRICS
NEC Option C experience

If you are interested in this role and would be keen to find out more, please take the time to apply and I will be in touch with you.