Senior Commercial Manager

OverviewBovis Gloucester, England, United KingdomBovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects. We know that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. We share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level. We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.PositionSenior Commercial Manager – Major MOD construction project located in Gloucester. The Senior Commercial Manager is responsible for all commercial and financial elements on a high value, complex construction project through pre-construction, delivery and final accounts stages.ResponsibilitiesProcurement of the project in accordance with approved strategy, ensuring orders are fully scoped, bought at best value and correctly contracted in accordance with limits of authority.Liaising and communicating with the Client team in accordance with the Contract.Converting the Project to an NEC4 Option A Contract for Construction.Managing supply chain relationships to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to procurement.Robust implementation and management of commercial, legal, insurance and risk controls of the Project (including but not limited to OLi and PMTR/PID’s).Accurate commercial reporting and contract administration (interim payments, management of change accounts, cashflows, final accounting and contract administration).Ensuring the project is delivered in a safe, timely, efficient and sustainable manner while achieving project targets, meeting client expectations and enhancing the reputation of the business.Procurement of work packages in line with the Project Procurement Strategy.Conversion of the project from preconstruction to construction.Administration of the NEC4 Contracts.Production of Tender Recommendation Reports and Contract Sum Analysis.Preparation of Subcontracts for execution in line with limits of authority.Understanding and applying commercial & financial procedures and reporting systems.Maintaining detailed prelim forecasts and actual costs and intervening where negative trends are identified.Management of bonds, PCGs, warranty insurances and associated risks.Management of cost, value and profit.Reporting accurately to the monthly forecast final account.Procuring robust packages with an understanding of package interfaces.Managing cash flow to the benefit of the project and business.Supporting the project manager to manage project risk and opportunities.Managing the change process in accordance with the contract.Demonstrating skills in the avoidance and defence of claims.Preparing bid documentation to ensure a fully defined tender.QualificationsDegree in Quantity Surveying or another construction-related degree.Holds or is working towards RICS or CIOB.Experience as a commercial manager or quantity surveyor with a reputable main contractor.Experience tendering subcontract works packages of medium to high value.Able to prepare subcontract documentation ready for engrossment by external parties.Advanced word-processing, Excel spreadsheet packages and fully conversant with BIW.Good understanding of building technology / construction methods.Ability to read drawings and construction design information.Valuing interim applications.Preparation of internal monthly cost reports / cost to complete forecasts.Measurement and valuation techniques.NEC4 Contract experience and knowledge.Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate.Further details about national security vetting can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) or Vetting explained - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).BenefitsFlexible and hybrid work options.Up to 10% employer pension contribution.Private medical health benefit.Life assurance.25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave.Health and wellbeing support and initiatives.24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services.Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gym’s nation wide.Industry leading parental leave.We encourage applications fromAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. 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