Senior Commercial Manager - MEP

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction seeks a senior professional to join their team in London. The role involves managing project delivery, ensuring safety and compliance, and fostering team collaboration. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong commercial skills, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience with project variations and contract management.
• Member of senior management and safety leadership teams.
• Understanding of current construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly project cost and risk meetings.
• Manage subcontractor claims and changes.
• Produce monthly client reports and manage contractual correspondence.

Skills

Financial skills

Commercial skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Leadership experience

Knowledge of sustainability

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Commercial Management or equivalent

CSCS certification

Job description

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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies worldwide. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our website.

Within our construct business, we leverage our practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock potential in every project.

Our values shape our approach and define the people we want to join us:

Safety First - Going Home Safe and Well

• Advocate for Mace's value of Safety First, leading and maintaining high safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and compliance standards.
• Possess technical expertise in local health and safety regulations relevant to the project portfolio.
• Champion a diverse and inclusive work environment, prioritizing the wellbeing of team members.
• Work as part of the Senior Construction Delivery Team, collaborating with Construction Lead and senior leadership, providing guidance.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders internally and externally.
• Establish strong client relationships and support the construction lead in translating client vision into onsite plans.
• Lead and manage teams of managers and professionals, ensuring principles and responsibilities are in place to deliver excellence.
• Manage subcontractor claims and changes.
• Produce monthly client reports, approve invoices, and manage contractual correspondence.
• Oversee design consultants and specialist fees, ensuring legal and commercial compliance.
• Communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors.
• Contribute to net zero carbon goals by managing associated emissions during project delivery.

Integrity - Always Do the Right Thing

• Ensure budgets and operations meet financial, ethical, and legislative standards.
• Support strategic development for the business unit, promoting sustainability and long-term growth.
• Make positive impacts for people, clients, and the planet, holding others accountable to Mace's values.

Create Opportunities for Our People to Excel

• Support team members and foster knowledge sharing.
• Network, innovate, and apply best practices using Mace's resources.
• Provide technical support, encouraging ownership and clarity of roles.

Qualifications and Experience

• Lead monthly project cost and risk meetings.
• Strong financial and commercial skills.
• Experience with project variations and contract management.
• Member of senior management and safety leadership teams.
• Understanding of current construction technology and diverse contract types.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or equivalent.
• CSCS certification.

Additional Skills and Experience

• Membership of MCIOB, MAPM, MRICS, MICE, or similar.
• Proven success in project delivery within the construction sector.
• Developing commercial and financial expertise.
• Leadership experience in large, diverse teams.
• Stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of sustainability and carbon considerations in projects.
• Contract law knowledge with risk mitigation skills.
• Understanding of Mace's service offerings and client engagement.

Mace is committed to diversity and inclusion. Even if you don't meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply as you may be the ideal candidate for this or other roles. We also offer flexible, part-time, and hybrid working options where suitable.