Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Commercial Manager to join the team at Thames, a Galliford Try business. An exciting opportunity has come up for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join Galliford Try's team in the Water division.
Responsibilities
* Implement regional business strategy
* Work closely with Directors in the commercial management of the business
* Constantly monitor commercial viability of schemes throughout the development stage
* Contribute in defining and developing procurement strategy
* Implement and manage effective placement of subcontractor orders
* Ensure monitoring systems are in place to manage the financial aspects of a number of projects
* Control the scheduling and purchasing of materials
* Apply the required governance in the production of Subcontract documentation including negotiation of terms and conditions, prices, and programme
* Ensure the teams are efficient in management of subcontract works packages including interim assessments of the amount due and subsequent change management
* Ensure proactive approach by the commercial team in all commercial notices, to both the Client and Subcontractors, as required by the form of contract
* Manage change in a timely manner in accordance with the form of contract, including the production and submission of Compensation Event Quotations
* Produce, submit, and agree monthly applications to the Client in accordance with the form of contract
* Contribute to development budgets
* Review and monitor costs on a continuing basis
* Prepare monthly commercial reports for the board within set deadlines (CVR's, Secured/Unsecured Forecast, Cash/WIP), highlighting issues/risks
* Management and motivation of Commercial Operations
* Ensure that an effective commercial team structure is in place to deliver business unit strategy
* Understand the key drivers for effective staff motivation and identify staff weaknesses to implement change where necessary
* Ensure regular performance reviews take place within the team
* As part of the management team, responsible for health and safety, risk management and customer care issues within the business
* Take responsibility for achieving business targets including cash, profit, return on capital and sales
* Undertake any other duties as required by the Directors
* Actively participate in pre-construction and tender activities in price verification, identifying and mitigating onerous terms and conditions
* Develop and manage customer/stakeholder relationships for repeat business opportunities/tenders
Qualifications
* Strong working knowledge of standard forms of contract, in particular the NEC3/4 suite of Contracts
* Strong IT skills including Excel, Word & Contractual and Cost Management Systems (CEMAR, Asite, Oracle)
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities at all levels
* Solid knowledge of commercial management principles in the construction processes
* First class time and outcome management skills
* Strong leadership and management expertise with a proven track record of developing managers and individuals
* Track record of commercially managing successful business streams
* Track record of negotiation and final account settlement
* Advanced problem-solving skills
* Professional qualification such as MCIOB or MRICS, ideally Incorporated member, working towards full membership (Desirable)
* Managing a variety of large single and multiple smaller schemes
* CSCS appropriate
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
* A wide range of corporate discounts
* Cycle to Work schemes
* Comprehensive pension plan
* Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
* Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support
* Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
Company and culture
Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, and promoting the best working practices, with care for the environment in which we work. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people through our Be Well programme, investing in high-quality training, and offering flexible working where appropriate. We value talent, engagement, and collaboration with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.
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