Senior Commercial Manager

2 months ago


South West England, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty Full time

About the role

A Senior Commercial Manager is responsible for the financial management of a major, complex project(s) or a number of projects from inception, tendering, negotiating and agreeing contracts and then commercially delivering Projects often worth many hundreds of millions of pounds.

They are an integral part of the project or Business Unit senior leadership team where they hold key responsibilities associated with the commercial and financial success of each project / Business Unit. Senior Commercial managers are very experienced individuals who have risen through the ranks of the industry and their role is broad and includes anything from risk management to procurement, financial reporting and managing the supply chain.

They will have proven skills in commercial awareness, client liaison, project management and team leadership. They will also have an extensive understanding of the construction industry, flexibility and a talent for negotiation. Typically they will have a track record of managing and developing a commercial team and be themselves a Chartered Member or Fellow of the RICS, ICES or CIOB, and a mentor/role model to other commercial staff on their journey to becoming professionally qualified.

Location: South West of England

What you'll be doing

Provide commercial input to Value Engineering reviews for different forms of construction. To co-ordinate the commercial team to ensure programme issues are identified and actioned. Manage the preparation of the monthly CVR and associated commercial reports. To be able to report and explain the commercial progress to senior divisional staff. Establish client supply chain requirements & advise on alternative forms of contract & procurement arrangements. Application of legislation and ability to liaise with legal experts Preparation of Estimates & Tender submissions including the interpretation of specifications & preambles Co-ordination of buying, accounts, production control/planning, supply chain management & procurement techniques, estimating & surveying functions Management of disallowed cost Oversees & gives advice on training & development including professional

Who we're looking for

Essential Experience:

Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required, coupled with an ability to influence through others. Proactively develop, mentor and coach immediate and wider team members to ensure development of talent and succession within the team. Demonstration of working to deadlines including effective delegation, working efficiently and to a high standard. Excellent communication skills with all internal and external stakeholders. Demonstration of resilience and determination to succeed (achievement focus) Proactively manage opportunities, risks and threats An organised, innovative and creative Senior Commercial Manager with in-depth knowledge and experience of working on Projects and Portfolios. Leading on collating costs and maximising value on a large project or portfolio of projects.

Qualifications:

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent. Member or Fellow of RICS, ICES or CIOB

Benefits:

Competitive Salary Company Car 37.5 hours Monday to Friday. Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications Employee assistance programme Up to 2 days volunteering per year

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more



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