Overview
W Talent are supporting a market leading manufacturer on finding a new Contracts and Commercial Manager based from their South Yorkshire facility. Our customer is a market leader of industrial products, providing high-quality solutions to customers across various sectors. They specialise in designing, manufacturing, and installing bespoke industrial systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Job Role
W Talent are supporting a market leading manufacturer on finding a new Contracts and Commercial Manager based in South Yorkshire. The incoming incumbent will oversee the contracts, installation, commissioning, and aftercare of all industrial products on customer sites. They will manage a team made up of commercial, engineering and contracts skills ensuring all projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a strong background in contract delivery management, management of technical professionals, strong finance acumen and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Site Operations & Project Management
* Plan, coordinate, and oversee all on-site installations and service activities.
* Ensure projects are executed efficiently, meeting deadlines, quality standards, and customer expectations.
* Develop and maintain project schedules, resource allocation plans, and risk assessments.
* Liaise with internal teams (engineering, production, and logistics) to ensure seamless delivery of products and services.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations and company policies.
* Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures to maintain a safe working environment.
* Ensure all site personnel are trained and adhere to safety protocols, including method statements and permit-to-work systems.
* Manage site audits, inspections, and compliance documentation.
Team Leadership & Management
* Lead and develop a team made of commercial, engineering andcontracts skills, including subcontractors.
* Conduct performance reviews, training, and development initiatives to enhance team capabilities.
* Ensure all personnel are equipped with the necessary tools, PPE, and technical knowledge for their tasks.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and addressing concerns.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
* Work closely with sales and aftersales teams to support customer requirements and identify new service opportunities.
Financial & Commercial Responsibilities
* Manage all projects with a focus on budgets, cost control, and financial reporting.
* Ensure efficient resource utilization to maximize profitability.
* Oversee subcontractor agreements, ensuring work is delivered to the agreed scope and cost.
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in a similar role within an industrial manufacturing, engineering, utilities or construction environment is essential.
* Ability to engage, empower and lead a contract focused business is essential
* Strong knowledge of end to end project delivery of industrial products is required.
* Proven commercial and financial capability is essential.
* A structured and methodical systems approach is required
* Extensive knowledge of contract management and compliance is highly advantageous
* Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and stakeholders effectively.
* Strong technical understanding is advantageous.
What's on Offer?
* Up to £70,000
* Car Allowance
* Excellent Benefits
* Join a business that is continuing to grow, globally