Assistant Commercial Manager

EQUANS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Commercial Manager in Birmingham, where you will play a pivotal role in overseeing commercial delivery across complex contracts. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a company vehicle and generous annual leave. You will collaborate closely with Account Directors to manage risks, ensure compliance, and drive efficiencies in service delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leader in energy services while developing your skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are a proactive communicator with a passion for commercial management, we invite you to apply!

Benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities and professional qualifications

Employee Referral Rewards Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in PFI environment is advantageous.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial delivery across complex contracts.
• Assist in risk management and contract compliance.
• Engage with stakeholders and manage relationships.

Skills

Contract Management

Risk Management

Financial Modelling

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Knowledge of Contract Law

Project Management

Education

Degree in Law, Business, Surveying, or Built Environment

Job description

Job: Project Managers / Facility Management

Schedule: Full-Time

Country: United Kingdom

Equans is looking for an Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

The Assistant Commercial Manager will support the commercial delivery across a portfolio of complex contracts (PFI), working closely with the Account Directors/Managers. They will assist in the contract commercial management, delivery of contract action plans (profit improvement), risk and opportunity management along with focus on contract compliance.

The Assistant Commercial Manager will support in the management of numerous stakeholder relationships, including external relationships with clients, suppliers and internal Business Unit leadership and functions.

What will you deliver?

• Assist in analysing/managing risk, including assessing revenue opportunity vs cost & risk
• Assist in drafting and managing the commercial viability of variations
• Assist in negotiations for multiple disciplines including supplier negotiations & sub-contractor flow-downs
• Base knowledge of contract law and its application in services and construction
• Assist in modelling and testing contractual KPIs and Payment Mechanisms
• Sound financial acumen (P&L), good understanding of financial modelling, contract pricing and differing pricing models
• Assist in producing reports and summaries (ad hoc and regular) which can articulate key matters for a senior and/or non-commercial audience
• Support in defining, driving, and overseeing commercial & contract governance
• Commercial management of TFM and Minor Construction related works from inception through to completion
• Support in governance within the contracts to ensure that the requirements of the contract are being complied with
• Aiding the quality of service by ensuring awareness of contractual responsibilities among all other EQUANS colleagues (including contract deliverables, scope of services etc)
• Assisting in the search for efficiencies and service optimisation
• Enforcing commercial compliance (by audit and support against EQUANS’ Minimum Commercial Standards)
• Supporting the management of cash under their contract sector
• Taking a key supporting role in the management of contractual claims / disputes with clients and other third-parties
• Assist in Production of claims to any potential contentious contractual issue that may arise
• Supporting the identification, management, and mitigation of risks at all levels associated with bidding new contracts
• Ensure all functions comply with regard Governance process within the contracts and DLAs (Delegated level of Authority)

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Advantageous to have experience within the PFI environment
• Industry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Commercial Manager
• Educated to degree/ diploma level in either Law, Business, Surveying (Building/Quantity), or the Built Environment (FM, Land)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong & confident communicator able to successfully engage and influence at all levels of the organisation, including up to Senior Operational Management and senior members of Functional Teams
• Starter – Finisher: seeing activities through to successful completion whilst creating a platform for engagement & collaboration
• The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work under pressure

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.