Overview
Our Head Office Store Construction Department is strengthening their Commercial Team to meet our ambitious expansion plans. You will be an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Commercial and Tendering Manager and you will be supporting tendering and have project management responsibilities for our store construction projects across the UK. You will be a key team member in a fast-paced environment, being given responsibility and the opportunity to develop.
Responsibilities
* Lead tender processes ensuring comprehensiveness and competitiveness of contractor bids. Appoint contractors and manage pre-construction procedures for projects nationwide.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with external contractors, consultants, and key contacts.
* Liaise with the stores design team to ensure collaborative development and efficient team working.
* Monitor quality of appointed national projects through KPI reporting and by carrying regular site visits and audits.
* Develop and manage cost plans, identify opportunities for cost savings and mitigation strategies. Achieve project delivery maximising value.
* Employ commercial expertise conducting financial analysis and forecasting to support decision making and guarantee viability of projects.
* Support regional teams in the execution of projects and provide expert guidance to colleagues. Produce detailed reports and carry out stakeholder meetings with regional teams and align standards and objectives.
* Manage supplier agreements and conduct regular reviews of operating procedures and performance, making recommendations for improvement.
* Deliver effective business communications through review, reporting, briefings, presenting in team meetings and creating executive summaries ensuring stakeholders are informed as required.
* Update national procedures, policies and processes and ensure that these are effectively communicated and implemented correctly.
* Present projects and strategic plans to large audiences including senior management. Ensure that all matters that may impact the smooth running of the build are reported to senior management and fixed immediately.
* Travel and flexibility: demonstrate a willingness to travel for site visits on a weekly basis, development days, and training sessions.
* Special projects: involvement or leading on ad-hoc tasks, special projects and rollout projects.
Qualifications
* A graduate in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Construction Management is desirable.
* Proven experience in a comparable role within the construction industry.
* Exposure to contract management, pre-construction phases, on-site experience.
* Advanced negotiation, organisational and problem solving skills.
* In-depth commercial knowledge and understanding of construction contracts. Experience with JCT contracts is desirable.
* Exceptional attention to detail. Self-motivated and ambitious to develop and progress their career.
* The ability to project manage multiple projects concurrently and handle conflicting deadlines. Clear and effective communication skills.
* In-depth knowledge of project management and experience managing multiple projects.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office. Hold a full driving licence.
Benefits and Perks
* Salary: £68,200 – £99,000 per annum
* 35 days' holiday (pro rata)
* 10% in-store discount (London Weighting: 10% non-contractual London weighting where applicable)
* Pension scheme
* Company car or car allowance
* Ongoing training and development
At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more perks. And with up to two days at home, you\'ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.
Equal Opportunity
Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. Lidl values diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
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