Commercial Manager

Carmichael UK; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee commercial and cost management for an HS2 project. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, experience in procurement scheduling, and familiarity with NEC3 contracts. Strong interpersonal skills and commercial awareness are essential. This is a full-time role offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience within a Construction/Engineering environment preferred.
• Strong Commercial background.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of commercial and cost management of the project.
• Ensure all project team members understand contractual arrangements.
• Prepare accurate Final Accounts in a timely manner.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Cost management

Commercial awareness

Education

Civil or Mechanical Engineering background

Tools

NEC3 form of contract knowledge

Job description

An exciting opportunity has come up for a Commercial Manager to work for a main joint venture on HS2.

Description of Activities to be undertaken

• Manage all aspects of commercial and cost management of the project
• Subcontracts are properly prepared and managed to reflect agreed scope including compliance with all responses to communications, payments, compensation events, programme submissions etc., that all contract files are maintained and kept up to date
• Responsible for developing procurement schedule and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in line with solution cost estimate allowances and programme.
• Reporting on actual costs v estimate and identifying underlying reasons for any variance and resolutions, in particular highlight, challenge and resolve variance to latest plans.
• Ensure all project team members (including site staff) understand contractual arrangements to meet Client and partner requirements
• Work with delivery team to ensure project and programme risk mitigation plans are considered, put in place & administered.
• Work in collaboration with the Delivery Team to identify implement and monitor efficiency plans throughout the lifecycle of a project
• Maintain accurate financial records are maintained to audits and cost assurance.
• Accurate Final Accounts are prepared in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications Needed for Role

• Experience within a Construction/Engineering environment preferred
• Civil or Mechanical Engineering background
• Knowledge of NEC3 form of contract
• Strong Commercial background
• Ability to solicit views across multiple parties, lead discussions and manage interdependencies
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to work with colleagues whose work will be impacted by your activities