Commercial Assistant Required - Basildon, Essex - Hybrid Working - Up to £40K + Package
My client is the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, founded in 1921. The company operates nationwide, delivering integrated solutions across the built environment. With a strong heritage and a commitment to innovation, it serves a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, education, infrastructure, and energy, with a turnover of £600 million.
The Role
Reporting into the Senior QS, this role will support the business unit by managing the contractual and financial elements of projects within the Networks (South) business. This includes large electrical and civil frameworks and major standalone projects with UKPN, across DNP&P Major Projects. The role also involves activities to ensure successful P&L, cash flow, and working capital management.
Duties:
* Manage Costs
* Provide Cash Flow Forecasts
* Assist project teams with measurement and valuations of works for applications, variations, and final accounts with clients and suppliers
* Identify & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events
* Assist with CVR creation and management
* Conduct monthly project reviews
* Support the dispute and defects process with clients
* Attend client progress meetings
* Follow procedures for client work approval
* Post audit of works commercially
* Manage invoicing and debts
* Ensure effective communication with all levels of personnel
* Manage supply chain
* Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement
Benefits
* Competitive basic salary
* Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
* 25 days holiday
* Personal wellbeing and volunteer days
* Private medical insurance
* Free 24/7/365 Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being (including counselling and legal advice)
* Flexible benefits such as dental insurance, gym memberships, Give As You Earn, travel insurance, and tax-free bikes
* Personal development programme
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