Commercial Manager - Programme & Commercial Management

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Commercial Manager in Manchester to oversee the commercial aspects of major water and energy projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in program and contract management, financial strategies, and negotiations. The role allows flexible working arrangements between home and office, fostering professional development within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading delivery of complex commercial programs.
• Prior experience in engineering or operations is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex commercial programs aligned with business objectives.
• Develop cost management strategies to enhance value.
• Lead negotiations with clients and suppliers efficiently.

Skills

Program and Contract Management

Financial and Cost Management

Negotiation and Tendering

Claims and Disputes

Data analysis proficiency

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Our continued success in delivering for many of the UK’s leading utility providers and major infrastructure developers is bringing significant growth across our team. If you care about your community and want to be involved in delivering improvements to the environment and infrastructure, then we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Programme Management and Commercial Management team.

As a Commercial Manager within our Programme Management & Commercial Management (PMCM) team, you will work across major programmes with clients in the water and energy sectors, focusing on managing all commercial aspects of major projects and programmes.

This role could be based from any of Stantec's offices in the UK and Ireland, with flexible working allowing for a mix of home and in-office working.

Some of the key responsibilities you could hold as a Commercial Manager within PMCM include:

• Program and Contract Management: delivering complex commercial programs, ensuring they align with broader business objectives to enhance overall operational efficiencies. This includes managing all aspects of contract administration, such as Early Warnings (EW) and Compensation Events (CE), to ensure that all contractual obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle.

• Financial and Cost Management: developing and implementing detailed cost management strategies aimed at enhancing value and profitability.

• Negotiation and Tendering: leading negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to achieve advantageous commercial terms. Your role involves evaluating tender submissions meticulously to select the most suitable contractors and suppliers, ensuring the best value and quality for the projects.

• Claims and Disputes: handling claims and disputes efficiently, optimizing revenue by resolving issues promptly and effectively. Your approach ensures that any potential financial impacts are minimized and that the project remains on track.

As a senior member of our team, you will be committed to the professional development of other team members – providing guidance and mentorship to help them grow and develop their careers.

Our Team:

As a member of our Programme Management and Commercial Management team, you will be joining a community of people passionate about providing quality service to our clients and their customers. Our roles can vary between clients, and as such, we are looking for individuals who can:

• Adapt to the challenge of working in different environments.
• Be proactive in providing tailor-made programme management solutions.
• Work within collaborative teams to deliver outstanding results.

About You

You will have experience leading the delivery of complex commercial programs, including advising clients to help deliver these programs effectively.

You will have prior experience within engineering, operations, cost analysis, financial modelling, or similar roles, with strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Tableau.

Experience within the water, energy, or related sectors is beneficial but not essential.