Manager Sales jobs in United Kingdom

At Turner & Townsend we are passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

Turner & Townsend has a wide range of key clients in various sectors, including but not limited to: Health, Local Authorities, Higher Education, Highways, Utilities, Rail, and Defence. Our diverse portfolio of clients provides our team members with unique and rewarding opportunities to gain experience across a broad range of major programs and projects.

Turner & Townsend are a key Tier 1 supplier of Commercial and Cost Management, and Procurement services to both public and private organisations within the Defence sector. We play a crucial role in supporting the Defence of the United Kingdom, whilst ensuring our clients achieve better outcomes.

We are currently seeking skilled Commercial and Contract Managers interested in working within the UK Defence Sector to be part of our growing Defence Team.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to be involved in and contribute to some of the most exciting and interesting challenges that face the UK Defence Sector today, in both the public and private sector.

The role is a flexible working role, with 60% of your time working from a client site, near to one of our regional offices.

We are looking for experienced and passionate individuals to join our organisation who have a positive outlook, are seeking development opportunities for their career both personally and professionally and have a solid foundation of technical understanding and experience.

As a candidate for this role, you will not only have extensive and varied commercial and contract management experience built from a career in the Defence Sector (or a similar, relevant and regulated sector), you will also want to be part of a high-functioning team focused on delivering world-class outcomes to our ever-growing network of clients.

• Providing specialist New Engineering Contract (NEC3/NEC4) and/or Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) contract frameworks advice, and guidance to public and private sector Defence clients.
• Management of NEC3 /NEC4 /JCT contracts, conducting background research, data collection, and benchmarking.
• Developing and implementing effective NEC contract management processes and systems throughout the project.
• Monitoring, documenting, and reporting upon contract progress and performance indicators specific to NEC / JCT contract frameworks. Use of Contract Management Software such as CEMAR is desirable.
• Change control management in line with NEC / JCT contract framework requirements, including tracking and documenting changes, administering early warning provisions and negotiating contractual change.
• Preparing written communication materials and formal reports, with a focus on NEC / JCT contract administration.
• Liaising with diverse range of stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and designers within the NEC / JCT contract structure.

• Proven track record in procurement within defence, construction, or infrastructure industries
• Extensive experience of Procurement, Contract Management, and/or Contract Placement (sourcing) in sole source and competitive markets.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of NEC3 / NEC4 and/or JCT contract frameworks.
• A background in UK Government procurement processes, such as Qualifying Defence Contracts (QDC), Defence and Security Public Contracting Regulations (DSPCR) and Public Contract Regulations (PCR).
• A Degree (or other professional qualification) in Commercial Management, Business, Law, Project Management, or a similar relevant discipline.
• Holds or is working towards a formal professional qualification such as CIPS.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please note that you must be a sole British Citizen to apply for this role with us.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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