Description Costain are working with Thames Water on a variety of water and wastewater projects and have fantastic opportunities for individuals to join our growing AMP8 delivery team, working predominantly across the Thames Valley and Thames South regions. There is a mix of projects ranging from smaller capital maintenance to large civil new build schemes. The role of the Commercial Manager is to drive and lead projects commercially to ensure that it is procured, delivered within budget and to the highest quality whilst exceeding our customers' expectations. You will lead and develop, where necessary, the efficient and effective management and issue of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence and ensure the compliance of all contractual activities on the project You will be required to formulate commercial strategies in connection with conflict avoidance, conflict management and dispute resolution and be able to demonstrate good communication, influencing and decision-making skills LI-BM1 Responsibilities Manage cost reporting for allocated projects, including Cost Forecasting and Anticipated Final Cost Monitor and report on all commercial aspects of projects, proposing mitigation actions for any issues Demonstrable commercial and contract management experience (pre and post contract essential) Must be customer focused by striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting their needs Influence decision-making from a commercial perspective and review contractor / subcontractor delivery Manage the assessment and valuation of contractor applications and payment certifications Provide advice on change management and produce documentation for approval Produce payment applications/invoices and manage commercial risk and claims Provide management information and analysis for informed decision-making Ensure proper retention and archiving of commercial records and undertake final account settlements Leading and influencing the programmes strategic sourcing activities for large value, complex spend areas to ensure they align with the broader business objective and market strategies Ensuring innovative delivery sourcing, procurement, implementation and contract management but with a commercial sensible approach with an aim to add value Collaborating with stakeholders on managing contracts and supplier relationships to maximise commercial and contractual benefits Qualifications Minimum 5 years post-graduate commercial experience in the construction industry with demonstrable track record of achievement Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving Extensive experience of setting up and/or operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution. Extensive experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information, prepare reports, payment certificates and interim financial reports and closeout reports. Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions Experience of developing & implementing procurement and contract strategies Proven negotiating and team-working skills with the ability to motivate and lead a team Strong analytical skills Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and associated change programmes Confidence and ability to assert influence Qualifications Holds an RICS / CICES accredited degree Full Membership of RICS or CICES May also be a member of other professional bodies or hold additional qualifications