Description
We are working with a major UK defence client who are embarking on a groundbreaking complex construction programme. They are seeking to appoint a Head of Commercial to lead the post-contract management of a £multi-billion portfolio within this nationally significant project. This initiative forms part of a long term investment exceeding £20 billion, delivering new manufacturing, research, and technical facilities essential to the UK’s future capabilities.
Responsibilities
* Overall responsibility for post-contract management of a £multi-bn infrastructure portfolio.
* Collaboratively manage design, construction and manufacturing relationships across a complex supply chain.
* Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery performance with optimal risk management.
* Oversee cost strategies and lead commercial negotiations.
* Grow, nurture and lead a high-performing commercial team.
* Build collaborative, trusting relationships with government stakeholders.
Experience & Qualifications
* Extensive post-contract management experience in major infrastructure projects (such as Nuclear, Defence, Energy, Rail, Water, Oil & Gas, Manufacturing etc).
* Inspiring leader with experience of managing large-scale, high performing commercial teams.
* Knowledge of public procurement and standard contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
* Excellent stakeholder management skills in a regulated environment. Experience managing government stakeholders is an advantage.
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial discipline, RICS or CIArb.
* SC Clearance or willingness to obtain.
Eligibility
* The successful candidate must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance. To join AWE in this role you will need to be a British Citizen who has resided in the UK for the last 5 years. Please visit https://www.awe.co.uk/careers/working-at-awe/ for more information.