Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager
Basingstoke
Permanent
Competitive Salary + Flexible Benefits

Role Purpose:

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role includes the management of the commercial team and practices.
Advising on the commercial risks and opportunities on contracts from tender to completion.
Being responsible for the commercial performance of several frameworks.
Providing commercial support and advice to Work Winning and other functions as required.
Support the Senior Commercial Manager in preparing the regional management accounts and Contract Reviews.

Key Deliverables:

NEC3/4 and bespoke contract management of multiple contracts
Manage and develop the Commercial Team ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard.
Identification & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events
Management of supply chain contracts and agreements
Provide cash forecasts and take responsibility of cash flow forecasting
CVR creation and management
Establishment and management of monthly project reviews
Ensure projects are executed in line with the financial plan and contracts
Managing the dispute and defects process with the Client and Subcontractors
Manage invoicing and overdue applications or debts
Responsible for quotation approvals and ensuring contract orders are in place
Oversee the preparation of BoQ, measurements and valuations of works for applications, variations and final accounts with Clients
Maintain control of Subcontractor’s accounts and minimise the cost of any variations
Manage Sub-Contractor AFP’s, issue and certify Payment Certificates & PLN (Pay Less Notices) and keeping a full record of the cumulative position of supply chain account
Develop a monthly senior project review process with the Senior Commercial Manager
Aid with pre-tender review process
Attend Client progress meetings and manage contractual KPIs
Follow procedures for Client work approval
Effective communication with all levels of personnel and enjoy working as a team
Develop and maintain positive long term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction
Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement
Provide cost advice and value engineering solutions

Knowledge & Experience:

Essential:

Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects
A well-developed understanding of various forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4, with the ability to apply these skills at a practical level to live projects
Proven record in managing a team
Excellent MS Excel skills

Desriable:

Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects
Experience of managing volume based projects

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:
Car Allowance / Company Car
Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
Private Medical Insurance
Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
Personal development programme