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Hinkley Point C is the UK’s first new build nuclear power station in a generation that is critical to the UK NetZero targets.
All roles on the project require key behaviours which support the Zero Harm objective, a questioning attitude, and drive to uphold the standards of safety and quality required by this prestigious project. A committed strong work ethic is essential at all levels.
All candidates are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and experience where possible directly related to the criteria required for the role. It is acknowledged that previous Nuclear based experience will not always be possible, as such supporting with project research and how individual skills may be transferable will be important.
There are opportunities to put together strategic people plans within the nuclear sector, work on wider company people projects, deliver an excellent first class service to employees and ensure the administration and processes that engulf working life are implemented effectively and fairly.
Summary of Role:
* Key advisor to the Commercial Director on all project commercial and/or contractual matters.
* Provide advice to the Project Management team on the day-to-day commercial risks and associated issues that arise during the cycle of the project.
* Negotiate with stakeholders on new Contracts and amendments to Contracts to ensure equitable and balanced business relationships can be formed without undue risk to the Company.
* Maximise company entitlement with respect to profitability and/or revenue and mitigate and minimise expenditure.
* Maintain a strong cash flow into the business by tracking and monitoring application, certification and invoices.
* Ensure compliance with Company commercial and/or contracts policies and or procedures.
Accountabilities:
* Manage, lead and mentor Commercial Team, whilst maintaining high standards and clear objectives.
* Maintain standard operating procedures in line with Company policies and provide input into the continuous improvement and development of such procedures.
* Ensure the delivery of robust financial governance and lead on matters related to commercial, performance reporting and contracts management.
* Prepare monthly budgets and forecasts, cash flow and/or cost value reconciliation reports detailing P&L against forecast.
* Implement project commercial and contract strategies and provide guidance to Project teams with respect to cost control, contract administration and/or risk management.
* Review Invitation to Bid (ITB) documents and perform quantitative analysis of construction documents and project programme requirements for commercial viability and application of risk management, with particular emphasis on indemnification and limitation of liability.
* Individual tender and project review procedures starting at divisional levels, progressing to Tender Board Committee if value, or perceived exposure, exceeds certain thresholds.
* Manage the monitoring of, and reporting on, strategic and operational risks and related key controls to ensure risk management across all projects.
* Review and approve data submitted by staff for business development proposals.
* Provide indirect support for proposals, strategic plans, presentations and contract negotiations.
* Participate in final pricing of proposals by providing counsel and information pertaining to the financial and contractual aspects of the project.
* Key advisor in the negotiations of new Contracts and amendments to Contracts to ensure equitable and balanced business relationships can be formed without undue risk to the Company and prepare all requisite documentation for legal counsel review and agreements.
* Ensure that all Sub-contractors and Suppliers are procured and pre-qualified in accordance with Company procedures.
* Drafting and Issuing Letters of Intent and contractual correspondence.
* Ensure that all project specific contract obligations are monitored, administered and issued are regular intervals or as defined within the Head Contract and Sub-contract.
* Negotiate and agree wording and limits or levels of security in respect to Performance bonds, Parent Company Guarantees, Insurances, etc. and review and monitor document renewals where applicable.
* Proactively manage individual’s claims from notification to closure including engaging with external third parties, where necessary, depending on, inter alia, the nature, category, type and quantum of the claim.
* Timely review of Contractors and Supplier payment certificates and prepare recommendations for payment.
* Validate, submit and negotiate final account applications and recommend Contractor or Sub-contractor final accounts including monthly review of supporting contemporary records.
* Chair meetings with project management staff providing guidance with respect to commercial best practice, ensuring that all projects costs are fully reconcilable and auditable for demonstration to the Executive team or external auditors.
* Manage allocation of staff resources and identify recruitment needs to meet both current and anticipated workload.
* Attend internal or external progress and commercial meetings with client or interfacing parties.
Capabilities to fulfil the role:
Skills:
* Strong communication skills and hands-on approach with demonstrated ability to work in high-pressure environments.
* Negotiating and persuading skills.
* Information management.
* Analytical and evaluation skills.
* Leadership and motivation.
* Coaching and developing team members.
* Business planning skills.
* Action planning.
* Verbal communication.
* Teamwork.
* Decision making.
* Time-management.
* Attention to detail and highly organized.
* Encourages and challenges others to develop as leaders, serving as a role model and mentor.
* Recognizes and appreciates each team member’s contribution.
* Motivates team to work efficiently together.
* Proactive and positive attitude, determined to succeed.
* Behaviours aligned with Dalkia core values.
* Exemplifies company values.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience:
* Degree qualified or extensive experience in lieu.
* BSc Hons Quantity Surveying.
* Proven track record of delivering projects in complex environments, from concept to handover, ideally within the nuclear energy or similar regulated sectors.
* Experience administering NEC Suite of Contracts.
Working Pattern of Attendance and Location(s):
* Site-based at HPC with occasional work in Aztec West/Bristol office.
* 9-day fortnight pattern / 5-day work week.
HPC Values attributed behaviours:
* Humility: sharing success as a team.
* Positivity: always striving for solutions.
* Respect: valuing other points of view.
* Clarity: sharing information simply and concisely.
* Solidarity: adopting a “One Team” approach.
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