Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager We are seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to lead and direct the commercial activities associated with our operations in Telecoms and Energy, along with close collaboration with the back office PMO team. Provide support and input to procurement and bidding processes. The ideal Commercial Manager will play a pivotal role in managing all aspects of commercial operations within our projects. You will be responsible for negotiating and agreeing on fees, variations, and final accounts with clients, suppliers, and onboarding subcontractors. This role involves raising recoverable purchase orders, identifying unaccounted-for expenses, and collaborating closely with our accounts department to manage project-related revenue and costs. The Commercial Manager would be responsible for: Ensuring contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and subcontractors are administered (i.e. payment of contractors). Ensuring that contract documents are properly executed prior to project commencement. Overseeing the creation/assessment of EWN’s and compensation events. Providing regular cash flow forecasts of expenditure. Offering support and input to the procurement and bidding processes. Managing the change management process and consulting with other functions to assess changes and risks to the overall project outturn. Producing a monthly consolidated cost and expenditure report for the section of the project. Overseeing/producing the monthly valuation process. Reviewing potential contractor and supplier claims, adjudicating claims, and making recommendations for settlement. Overseeing/producing the finalization of contractor’s accounts and closeout of contracts for the project. Overseeing the raising of consultant, supplier, or contractor instructions as necessary for signature by approved parties. Overseeing the financial contingency built into packages and ensuring that contingency allowances reflect the current programme position. Reviewing cost implications of all instructions issued by the project manager. Supporting the change control process and assisting in identifying the cost implications of any proposed changes. Supporting the development of direct reports (where appropriate). Where possible, identifying future opportunities with clients to extend current contracts and providing proposals to the SMT for consideration. Advising and managing commercial risks within the project or projects. Adopting appropriate measures for management of risk. Supporting the creation and monitoring of a margin improvement plan for the area of responsibility. We’d welcome candidates with the following skills and experience: 5 years’ experience (minimum) in a Commercial Management position (Utility contracting environment – preferable). Experience as a commercial manager/quantity surveyor within a utility contractor/construction environment. Digitally proficient, able to build lasting client relationships through strong communication, and lead strong, motivated teams. Experience in the management and application of NEC3 & 4 form of contract. Able to identify potential future risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor performance. Technical Competencies (Essential and Desirable). Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite – Word, PowerPoint, Excel. Degree qualified – (Desirable). RICS or similar qualification – (Required or working towards). Interested and want to know more? Click

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Negotiable (+ Benefits) Job Type:

Full-time Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Watford Reference ID:

JD-3601

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