Project Commercial Manager - Energy Storage Facility

Orion Engineering Services Limited; Ayr; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international organization is seeking a Project Commercial Manager to oversee a large-scale energy storage facility project in North Ayrshire. This role demands extensive experience in managing commercial aspects, contractor relationships, and procurement within the construction or energy sectors. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, a deep understanding of project contracts, and the ability to lead and mentor a commercial project team.

Qualifications

• 15 years' experience in project commercial management in construction or energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract and managing large-scale projects.
• Experience in contractor and subcontractor management.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of a large-scale construction project.
• Oversee procurement of subcontracts and contractor management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and legal standards.

Skills

Contractor Management

Cost Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Project management software

Cost management tools

Job description

Great opportunity to work as a Project Commercial Manager for aa growing global organisation who are leading the way towards a cleaner, more efficient, and secure energy future. My client is becoming aworld leader in smarter long duration energy storage, enabling nations, regions, cities, and corporations to achieve net zero.

Job Purpose:

The Project Commercial Manager will be part of a major, commercial-scale construction project to build a long-duration energy storage facility inNorth Ayrshire, Scotland.

The Project Commercial Manager will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of the project. This would include ensuring the effective management of two key contractors operating under NEC forms of contract, overseeing the procurement of various subcontracts critical to the success of the project, and managing all other day-to-day project commercial activity.

Key Activities:

• Contractor Management
• Subcontract Procurement
• Team Leadership & Resource Management
• Cost Management & Reporting
• Contractual & Legal Compliance
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

Key skills and experience:

Essential:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent).
• 15 years of experience in a project commercial management role within the construction or energy sectors, with experience managing large, complex projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract, including cost management, change management, and claims processes.
• Experience managing multiple contractors and subcontractors across different scopes, with particular expertise in managing MEI and Civil works.
• Experience with the procurement and execution management of subcontracts for large-scale projects.
• Previous experience managing commercial project teams, with a focus on mentoring and developing team members.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with various stakeholders, including contractors, senior management, and suppliers.
• Ability to manage and resolve disputes and commercial challenges effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in project management software and cost management tools.

Desirable:

• Chartered status with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or another relevant professional body.

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As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.