Role Overview
Please note as per Lidl internal structures your job title will be Senior Consultant. The Head Office Store Construction Department is strengthening their Commercial Team to meet our ambitious expansion plans. You will be an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Commercial and Tendering Manager supporting tendering and having project management responsibilities for store construction projects across the UK. A graduate in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Construction Management is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead tender processes ensuring comprehensiveness and competitiveness of contractor bids. Appoint contractors and manage pre‑construction procedures for projects nationwide.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with external contractors, consultants, and key contacts.
* Liaise with the stores design team to ensure collaborative development and efficient team working.
* Monitor quality of appointed national projects through KPI reporting and by carrying regular site visits and audits.
* Develop and manage cost plans, identify, and deliver opportunities for cost savings and mitigation strategies. Achieve project delivery maximizing value.
* Employ commercial expertise conducting financial analysis and forecasting to support decision making and guarantee viability of projects.
* Support regional teams in the execution of projects and provide expert guidance to colleagues. Produce detailed reports and carry out stakeholder meetings with regional teams, aligning standards and objectives.
* Manage supplier agreements and conduct regular reviews of operating procedures and performance, recommending improvements.
* Deliver effective business communications through review, reporting, briefings, presenting in team meetings and creating executive summaries to keep stakeholders informed.
* Update national procedures, policies, and processes, ensuring effective communication and correct implementation.
* Present projects and strategic plans to large audiences including senior management.
* Report to senior management any matters impacting smooth build operations and address them immediately.
* Travel weekly for site visits, development days, and training sessions.
* Lead or support ad‑hoc tasks, special projects and rollout projects.
Qualified Skills & Experience
* A graduate in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Construction Management is desirable.
* Proven experience in a comparable role within the construction industry.
* Exposure to contract management, pre‑construction phases, on‑site experience.
* Advanced negotiation, organisational and problem solving skills.
* In‑depth commercial knowledge and understanding of construction contracts. Experience with JCT contracts is desirable.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
* Self‑motivated and ambitious to develop and progress their career.
* The ability to project manage multiple projects concurrently and handle conflicting deadlines.
* Clear and effective communication skills.
* Ability and comfort in working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* In‑depth knowledge of project management and experience managing multiple projects.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Hold a full driving licence.
Benefits & Compensation
* Hybrid working model: up to 3 days in office, up to 2 days at home.
* £68,200 – £99,000 per annum.
* 35 days holiday (pro rata).
* 10% in‑store discount.
* Pension scheme.
* Enhanced family leave.
* Company car or car allowance.
* Additional perks: on‑site gym, restaurant, training, and more.
* 10% non‑contractual London Weighting allowance.
EEO Statement
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