Commercial Project Manager

Siemens Energy Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is seeking a Commercial Project Manager in Manchester. The role involves managing project financials and ensuring compliance with guidelines while collaborating with diverse teams on international projects. Candidates should have 5 to 10 years of experience with strong financial management skills. The position offers a modern workplace and flexible hybrid arrangements.

Benefits

Generous rewards package

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years' experience in Project Management with a focus on financials.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting and contract terms.
• Experience in budgeting and financial controlling.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead projects to optimize financial results.
• Ensure precision in cost calculations and project accounting.
• Manage invoicing and cash flow effectively.

Skills

Commercial Project Management

Financial Accounting

Budgeting

Risk Management

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Relevant certifications such as IPMA, RICS, CIMA, ACCA

Job description

Overview

In this role, you'll work closely alongside the Project Manager and Commercial Head of Operations to steer the financial success of engineering and construction projects. Your day will involve managing project financials, preparing commercial reports, forecasting revenue and costs, and ensuring compliance with financial guidelines. You'll be the go-to person for accurate cost control, invoicing, and risk management—all while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders across international projects.

Our Corporate and Global Functions are essential in driving the company's strategic initiatives and ensuring operational excellence across various departments, business areas, and regions. These roles support our vision to become the most valued energy technology company in the world. As part of our team, you contribute to our vision by shaping the global energy transition, partnering with our internal and external stakeholders, and conducting business responsibly and in compliance with legal requirements and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead projects to optimize financial results in line with project and financial reporting standards.
• Ensure precision in cost calculations, project accounting, and commercial documentation.
• Manage invoicing and cash flow to keep projects financially healthy.
• Support risk and opportunity assessments to minimize costs and maximize performance.
• Proactively handle contract administration and customer expectations.
• Maintain compliance with financial reporting guidelines and manage financial guarantees and bonds.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years' experience in Commercial Project Management or related fields with a focus on project financials.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, management, and construction/engineering contract terms.
• Experience in budgeting, financial controlling, and risk/opportunity management.
• Relevant certifications such as IPMA, RICS, CIMA, ACCA, or Chartered Accountant are a plus.
• Skilled in collaborating within project teams and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in international and multicultural project environments.

About Siemens Energy

We energize society by supporting our customers to make the transition to a more sustainable world, based on innovative technologies and our ability to turn ideas into reality. With nearly 100,000 employees around the world, we shape the energy systems of today and tomorrow. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation. Siemens Energy celebrates character and inclusion, and we do not discriminate based on differences.

Benefits

• You have the fantastic opportunity to work in a role with a generous rewards package.
• We offer a modern workplace and highly flexible hybrid working arrangement to improve work-life integration.