Commercial Manager

Blue Octopus; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and project delivery is looking for a Commercial Manager to join their team in Barnard Castle. The role is pivotal in managing procurement, contracts, and ensuring profitability across various complex projects. Candidates should have experience in the construction industry and strong skills in procurement and contract administration.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)

Flexible/hybrid working

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in procurement and contract management/administration in the construction industry.
• Experience in managing supply chain development and procurement strategy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver commercial management services on the client's EPCM Framework.
• Manage upstream and downstream procurement, contract administration, and cost management.
• Develop commercial strategy focusing on profitability and client relationships.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract administration

Cost management

Client relationship management

Job description

At BakerHicks, we deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable engineering and project delivery solutions across some of the most complex and highly regulated sectors. Our commitment to quality, collaboration, and technical excellence ensures the successful delivery of projects across the UK and Europe.

With our projects growing in scale and complexity, we are seeking a Commercial Manager to join our team based in Barnard Castle, North East England and you will be required to be on-site 3 days a week. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a dynamic project portfolio within a major EPCM framework.

The Opportunity

As a Commercial Manager, you will support the Managing Surveyor in delivering commercial management services on the client EPCM Framework. This is a pivotal role focused on maintaining profitability, managing procurement and contracts, and fostering strong client relationships.

You will be responsible for upstream and downstream procurement, contract administration, cost management, and commercial strategy implementation across a range of complex and regulated projects.

About You

• You will support the Managing Surveyor in the implementation of the Commercial Management role on our client's EPCM Framework.
• The Commercial Manager will provide support, including the development of the commercial strategy for the Framework, focusing upon maintaining & maximising profitability as well as maintaining good client relationships.
• You will be responsible for managing the upstream and downstream procurement and contract administration function on behalf of BakerHicks projects, which involves supply chain development, procurement strategy, tendering and evaluation, negotiation, client and supply chain contract management, cost value reconciliations and cashflow management both internally and externally. The role also includes an input to main contract T&C reviews.
• Previous experience in the procurement and contract management/administration of goods and services in the construction industry and will be a key member of the project delivery teams for a range of challenging projects which can range in value from minor upgrade and refurbishment works to significant scale and complexity.

Why Join BakerHicks

• Play a critical role in high-impact projects across the Life Sciences and infrastructure sectors
• Be part of a collaborative and respected consultancy known for quality and innovation
• Work with diverse teams on complex projects with opportunities for development and progression
• A culture that values accountability, teamwork, and professional excellence

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see:About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks. AMorgan Sindall Groupcompany.

Benefits
Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.