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This is the job description for a Power & Grid commercial manager within Advisory, Design and Build, to support the commercial aspects of delivery within our Projects business. Reporting to the commercial director, the commercial manager will assist in developing best in class commercial processes and procedures and support the commercial director in achieving the business operational and commercial objectives and interests.
Represent respective BU in the Mitie Projects commercial SLT forum chaired by the Projects commercial director.
Assist with the implementation of ‘Project Bedrock' (a Mitie strategic project) within respective BU.
Demonstrate a clear and effective alignment with the operational objectives and commercial interests.
Undertake cash flow forecast on projects of a complex programme.
Value interim and completed works and arrange payments.
Month end reporting and financial reconciliation of cost and value.
Support projects monitor income recovery and instigate action to ensure prompt payment of invoices, minimising WIP and debt.
Perform risk, value management and cost control.
Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks.
Provide ad hoc support and expertise on commercial matters as required.
Provide advice on contractual claims.
Act as the key focal point for all project commercial issues with the client; achieving successful outcomes to commercial matters whilst engaging in a constructive and collaborative manner with the client to:
Support client initiatives and projects
Ensure the timely provision of client commercial reports, including contract variations
Qualified to Degree Level in Quantity Surveying / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical
Experience of managing and developing a commercial team.
Experience of managing large and/or complex Electrical / MEP / Engineering projects.
Relevant experience in a similar level role specifically focused on or electrical services projects.
Strong technical knowledge of commonly used electrical services systems in the built environment.
Self-motivated with a flexible approach to work, and capable of working to deadlines.
Excellent knowledge of contract law and demonstrable knowledge of standard forms of contract (NEC, JCT, FIDIC or similar).
Good IT skills, including the ability to analyse, interpret & manipulate data.
A high level of commercial awareness including knowledge of current contract legislation.
Full Driving Licence
Identifies fresh approaches and shows a willingness to question traditional assumptions.
Collaborative working style, suited to negotiating mutually beneficial outcomes in view of a establishing a strong, and long-term client relationship.
We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).
Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.
We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.
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