Contract: untill 31st August 2025 (High possibility to convert into the permanent opportunity)
Location: WS11 8JP
Working Mode: Remote, But also travels to different sites as needed.
What you'll be doing:
1. Ensuring that the commercial interests of the delivery team are protected at all times
2. Managing the commercial relationship with Total Waste Management (TWM) clients
3. Leading, mentoring, and managing staff within the team
4. Supporting the work-winning team in reviewing and identifying risks and accountabilities within tender packs and associated contractual terms and conditions
5. Preparing, developing, and implementing commercial strategies for both pre- and post-tender stages
6. Taking a leading role in the transition from tender to live projects
7. Determining the scope of work and contractual obligations by interpreting contract documents
8. Identifying and managing commercial risk on both new and existing contracts
9. Being accountable for contract compliance and performance
10. Preparing and implementing contract management processes
11. Clearly explaining contract conditions and identifying variations
12. Building strong and collaborative relationships with key clients and suppliers
13. Negotiating contract agreements and managing potentially onerous contractual obligations
14. Handling contract administration, including providing advice on contractual matters and drafting contractual/legal correspondence
15. Exercising financial and commercial control, including preparing profit and loss statements, cash flow forecasts, KPIs, CVRs, and cost-to-complete reports
16. Working with Sector Managers/Directors to ensure projects exceed commercial targets
17. Supporting Contract Managers with budget planning and accurate commercial forecasting
18. Liaising closely with operational teams and support functions (procurement, finance, legal)
19. Ensuring team compliance with all safety initiatives and actively participating in achieving safety targets
What we're looking for:
20. Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, such as Quantity Surveying, Law, or an equivalent discipline
21. Strong understanding of a range of contract forms (e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC), with the capability to compile, draft, and red-line clauses to support effective negotiation and risk management
22. A proven track record in client management, stakeholder engagement, and problem solving
23. Proven ability to navigate complex matrix structures and engage effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
24. Experience managing and mentoring direct reports and across functions when required.