Commercial Manager

Description

Commercial Manager

Salary: Up to 90,000 per annum, depending on experience

Car Allowance: 5,800 per annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: North London

Industry: Construction

The Role

Are you an experienced commercial professional who can assess the impact of commercial and technical changes and develop effective solutions at a strategic level?

We are looking for an accomplished Commercial Manager with a strong background working for a major UK main contractor. You will have experience leading commercial teams and managing the commercial delivery of mid–to–large–scale construction projects across sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, education and commercial developments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially focused individual to take responsibility for the commercial performance of a diverse portfolio of new–build and refurbishment projects, while providing strategic support to regional and wider project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all commercial aspects of mid–to–large–scale construction projects.Anticipate changes in commercial resource requirements and adapt project teams accordingly.Support organisational and operational change in a positive and effective manner.Provide commercial input into tendering, pre–contract and work–winning activities.Prepare commercial reports and provide financial insight to support decision–making.Assist with the commercial mobilisation and start–up of new projects.Lead and manage subcontract and supply–chain procurement in line with agreed procedures and project requirements.Ensure procurement is delivered in accordance with project programmes and commercial objectives.Undertake package gap analysis to ensure complete and effective subcontract procurement.Manage tender processes, including invitations to tender, evaluations and recommendations for appointment.Build strong relationships with the supply chain and drive continuous improvement across cost, quality and performance.Maximise project cash flow through the timely preparation of valuations, applications for payment, invoicing and payment recovery.Manage the preparation and settlement of final accounts, including variations, claims and disputes.Monitor and control project costs, identifying opportunities to reduce unnecessary expenditure and improve efficiency.Monitor subcontractor performance and costs to ensure projects meet or exceed financial targets.Produce accurate and timely Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports and financial forecasts.Contribute to the development and achievement of project financial targets.Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.Provide strategic commercial advice to project and regional leadership teams.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

A relevant professional qualification, such as a Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.Significant commercial management experience gained within a major UK main contractor.A proven track record managing the commercial delivery of mid–to–large–scale construction projects.Experience across healthcare, refurbishment, new–build, life sciences, education or commercial projects.Experience managing projects with an annual turnover/value in excess of 10m.Strong leadership experience, including managing and developing commercial teams.Excellent understanding of procurement, cost control, forecasting, final accounts, variations, claims and dispute management.Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and respond to risks and opportunities.Comprehensive knowledge of NEC forms of contract.Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder–management skills.The ability to operate strategically while maintaining strong attention to commercial detail.This role would suit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager looking to take on a broader strategic commercial leadership position within an established construction environment.

Ad ID: 5418766876