Assistant Commercial Director

2 days ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom OCU Full time

About the Job:

This exciting opportunity is for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our fast-growing utility engineering contractor. As a key member of our commercial team, you will be responsible for managing commercial aspects of projects, working closely with project managers and design managers to ensure timely delivery within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commercial management of projects to maximize margin, reduce costs, and increase timely cash collection.
  • Control internal and external commercial aspects of projects across various contractual arrangements.
  • Accept budget and tender data from successful tenders into the Company accounting/Reporting System.
  • Prepare monthly project reports from the Company accounting/Reporting System.
  • Notify clients early of any increased project value or delay in project completion.
  • Meet with clients' commercial representatives monthly to discuss certificates.
  • Collect cash and pursue certificates from clients in a timely manner to maximize the company's cash flow position.
  • Ensure accurate inputting of Applications and invoices onto the company accounts system.
  • Produce accurate cash flow forecasts weekly.
  • Raise PO requisitions, GRN, and Off-Hiring of plant equipment on the company accounting system.
  • Administer SubContracts correctly and to the benefit of the company.
  • Manage project correspondence and contentious project issues.
  • Support the bidding team in estimating, tendering, and planning new projects.
  • Identify and record change control opportunities and input them into the company accounting system.
  • Provide substantiation for project changes and costs.
  • Educate and motivate staff under your charge.
  • Act professionally towards internal and external contacts.

Requirements:

  • Energetic and positive person with problem-solving skills, adherence to procedures, and a desire to develop knowledge and understanding.
  • Possession of a degree in a relevant quantity surveying/commercial management discipline is preferred.
  • A proven track record in commercial roles within live construction projects.
  • Sound contract knowledge and experience interpreting contract documents.
  • Good IT literacy and Microsoft Office suite experience.
  • Organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Effective communication and ability to challenge ways of thinking where beneficial to the business.

Salary Range: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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