Commercial Manager in London

Job description

Our client is a family run trusted and dependable provider of specialist services to the Rail and Forestry sectors. For over twenty years, the company has been committed to delivering excellent results for clients through a wealth of industry-leading expertise and the utilisation of innovative plant and machinery. Commercial Manager East Hampshire

full time on site £70-80K plus excellent benefits package including car allowance To be successful in this role: You will be a confident Commercial Manager with substantial experience within the Rail sector and excellent industry knowledge along with a degree in Commercial Management Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalent. Other requirements for this role include: Experience working at an SME Significant experience at Commercial Manager level People management and development experience Experience of contract administration software Experience and knowledge of relevant legislation including construction law Experience in interpreting contracts/contractual terms Proven influencing and negotiating skills A strong and proactive communicator Works collaboratively and builds effective working relationships Demonstrates initiative in problem-solving Extensive experience in report writing and numerical data manipulation Highly competent in MS Office A good understanding and application of health safety & environment practices Full driving license Other desirable but not essential requirements for this role include: Membership of RICS, CICES or CIOB Experience of Sicon Position summary: Our client has a really exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to lead, manage, and drive the direction of their Commercial functions. You will draw on your skills, experience, and knowledge to establish an effective and forward-thinking service in support of a growing business. Job role and responsibilities: As the Commercial Manager, you will manage the commercial function in Pre and Post-contract design to establish quality Rail (Arboriculture, Plant & Environment) projects. Other responsibilities for this role include: As part of the Pre-Contract team, prepare commercial elements and responses to PQQs and tenders, etc Manage the preparation of tender, pricing and contract documentation as required Review contract terms and conditions and identify risks, unacceptable terms and solutions, seeking legal advice where necessary Liaise closely with the Pre-Contract and Delivery teams to understand the scope of works and use this information to assess risk Negotiate and agree variations to contract terms and conditions with clients and suppliers Prepare, issue, manage and ensure all contracts and agreements with clients and suppliers are up to date and documented Responsible for the effective technical administration of contracts Develop and implement Contract Commercial Management Plans

incorporating robust controls

and commercial best practice Lead internal commercial review meetings with senior management, preparing and reporting on KPIs, risks and opportunities Ensure all project costs are accounted for within budgets and provide monthly reconciliations of contract performance and cash flow forecast reports to senior management Lead and advise on the resolution of any claims or disputes from both clients and sub-contractors Attend/lead commercial meetings with the client, making positive contributions to the commercial management of the contract Establish and lead a Commercial team to suit the growth of the business Build, monitor and manage the supply chain ensuring efficiency, compliance and best value Build excellent professional relationships with internal and external key stakeholders, including clients and suppliers Work in accordance with Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy Work flexibly and be receptive and adaptable to a changing environment within a growing Company

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English