OCU Group continues on a path of significant growth. Due to this, we now have two new roles open for experienced Commercial Managers to join our team based out of Ruislip and Swindon.
The purpose of the role is to manage the day-to-day utility contracting applications, providing key insight during all pre and post contract commercial activities to ensure OCU Services' financial and contractual position is clearly understood and accurately reported at all times.
Are you a leading Commercial Manager who is accountable, results-focused, with commercial awareness and experience working on large utility, civil engineering, or power projects? We want to hear from you if you believe that how you achieve results matters just as much as the results themselves!
Duties and Responsibilities
* Take responsibility, in conjunction with the operational management team, for the effective management of the supply chain and direct resources within acceptable commercial and operational parameters for small to large high-volume projects.
* Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff.
* Monitor and report on cash, revenue, and cost positions across all cost centres, forecast trends, and facilitate management intervention where appropriate.
* Identify changes and manage the change management process.
* Early identification of potential disputes, facilitating early intervention and resolution.
* Manage all ensuing disputes.
* Oversee the financial position of contracts concerning invoice sales, works in progress, accruals, debts, retentions, and cash paid.
* Provide accurate management reports.
* Ensure effective financial closing of commercial activities at contract end, including final accounting of all subcontract accounts.
Skills and Experience
* Experience working within utility or civil engineering contracting, preferably as a utility subcontractor.
* Previous experience in a commercial leadership role.
* Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and overcome potential problems effectively.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels.
* Maintain high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
* Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
* Proficiency in PC operating systems (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Full UK Driving License.
* RICS membership is desirable but not essential.
We offer flexible working arrangements, community volunteering days, and regular team learning sessions because we believe in balance, purpose, and growth.
Company Information:
OCU leads in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in utilities, digital, and energy markets, specializing in delivering complex client requirements safely and efficiently. Our capabilities and operational capacity, combined with cutting-edge technology, ensure we are not just part of the market but leading it.
We work directly with many of the country's leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital clients, and are seeking top talent to join our growing team.
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