Commercial Manager

Egis Group; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London seeks a skilled Commercial Manager for a prestigious HS2 rail project. The successful candidate will manage contracts, oversee junior team members, and ensure compliance while supporting personal development through RICS training. Applicants must have a degree, NEC3 experience, and the right to work in the UK. Join a company committed to sustainability and diversity.

Benefits

Support for RICS training and chartership

Focus on personal development

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level.
• Experience in MEP and main contractor/joint ventures.
• Site presence required for minimum 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop junior team members.
• Oversee contractual issues and maintain records.
• Lead project financial monitoring and reporting.

Skills

NEC3 Contract management

Risk management

Cost control

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree level education

Tools

NEC3-4 suite of contracts

Job description

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You will be working on a prestigious HS2 rail project. We will fully support your personal growth and development, enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership, or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop junior members of the team
• NEC3 Contract management and administration upstream and downstream
• Establish and manage entitlement, with focus on maximising entitlement under the contract
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Liaison and negotiation with the Client’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities
• Lead project financial monitoring and reporting, interrogate outputs, implement actions
• Contribute to, and implement, margin improvement plans
• Produce cashflow forecasts and maximise cash position
• Administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts including EWNs, change, payments, forecasts and through to final account
• The Commercial Manager will lead the review and valuation of subcontractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works including CVRs and cost control
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

You will be working on a prestigious HS2 rail project. We will fully support your personal growth and development, enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership, or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

Qualifications:

• Educated to degree level
• MEP experience
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts
• Experienced in controlling costs for self-delivery works
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money
• Have, or be working towards, chartership of a relevant institution
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• Commitment to developing self and others
• Experience proactively resolving/avoiding disputes
• You must have the right to work in the UK

Additional Information:

We are committed to our planet:

In each project we design, engineer, and operate, we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK and around the globe.

Our commitment is translated into the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds actions to address the climate crisis and focuses on educational and social initiatives supporting a sustainable future.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and strive to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or other protected characteristics. Applications are assessed based on experience, criteria, and suitability for the role. We value contributions from everyone, fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and respected.