Senior Commercial Manager - (Nuclear New Build)

Mace; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a candidate for contract management related to the Hinkley Point C nuclear power project in Bridgwater. Responsibilities include managing NEC contracts and providing commercial support. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial skills and experience with large construction projects, especially in the energy sector. This role offers flexibility in work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Effective commercial skills with decision-making on financial matters.
• Prior experience with NEC contracts on large construction projects.
• Strong understanding of contract performance measurement.

Responsibilities

• Dealing with compensation events under NEC3 Option A & C.
• Providing commercial and contractual expertise to the delivery team.
• Supporting commercial managers on contractual risks and governance.

Skills

Commercial and contract management skills

Understanding of risk management

Knowledge of best practice contract methodologies

Management of NEC contracts

Experience in FIDIC

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for a bid, so it is not yet a secured role. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.

The project: Hinkley Point C (HPC) is a significant nuclear power station project located in Somerset, England. It is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years and represents a major step towards achieving the country's energy security and carbon reduction goals.

The plans involve major construction work, management services, and NEC contract management. Hinkley Point C nuclear plant is set to produce energy that will service a phenomenal 5 million homes when it becomes fully operational. This equates to an overall 7% of UK total energy requirement, placing it in high national interest.

Key Features

• Two EPR Reactors: HPC will consist of two European Pressurised Reactors (EPRs), each with a capacity of 1,600 megawatts (MW), providing a total output of 3,200 MW. This will be enough to supply electricity to around six million homes[1].
• Zero‑Carbon Electricity: The project is designed to produce zero‑carbon electricity, significantly contributing to the UK's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
• Economic Impact: HPC is expected to create thousands of jobs and provide substantial economic benefits to the local and national economy. It has already generated numerous employment and apprenticeship opportunities[1].
• Construction Milestones: The project has achieved several key milestones, including the installation of the first reactor dome and the delivery of major components like steam generators.

Timeline and Costs

• Construction Timeline: The construction of HPC began in 2018, with the first reactor expected to be operational by the end of the decade. The project has faced some delays, with the latest estimates suggesting that the first unit will be operational by.
• Cost Estimates: The total cost of the project is estimated to be between £31 billion and £34 billion, reflecting the complexity and scale of the construction[2].

Environmental and Community Benefits

• Environmental Impact: HPC is a crucial part of the UK's strategy to achieve net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050. It will help avoid millions of tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
• Community Engagement: The project has a strong focus on benefiting the local community, including investments in local infrastructure, education, and training programs.

Hinkley Point C is not just a power station; it is a cornerstone of the UK's future energy strategy, aiming to provide reliable, sustainable, and low‑carbon energy for decades to come.

Would you like to know more about any specific aspect of the HPC project? Then please apply.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

• Safety first – Going home safe and well
• Client focus – Deliver on our promise
• Integrity – Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity – For our people to excel

Please note: This role will require working from Bridgwater, HPC site and Aztec west with flexibility of working from home, minimum 2 days a week in the office.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Dealing with a high number of compensation events under NEC3 Option A & C, assessing entitlement, cost validation and internal governance.
• Providing commercial and contractual subject matter expertise to the balance of plant delivery team.
• Providing support to commercial managers on areas of key contractual risk, and governance procedures.

  You’ll need to have:

  • Effective commercial and contract management skills, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change and claim management.
  • Highly developed commercial skills and demonstrable ability to make sound decisions on matters of significant financial value.
  • Confident on management of NEC contracts, with experience in FIDIC within the power construction industry and major projects; coupled with knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial function.
  • Prior experience on NEC contracts on larger construction projects desirable.
  • Familiarity with the nuclear site license conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy with understanding of the UK regulatory framework would be beneficial.

  Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

  We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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