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Established in 2013, Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
We provide award‑winning services to the clean water, wastewater, gas, digital networks, and highways sector and are passionate about working alongside our client’s and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life.
About The Role
Sapphire Utility Solutions is looking for a Senior Commercial Analyst for a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to work in the Commercial department, supporting the Operations Team and Senior Quantity Surveyors. The role will be based in Bamber Bridge, Preston, with the option of hybrid working.
Location: Bamber Bridge, Preston
Hours of Work: Full time – 40 hours (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Up to £28,500 – depending on experience
Contract: 12‑Month Fixed Term Contract
Responsibilities
* Support Operational team in all daily commercial aspects.
* Accurately value works undertaken and where necessary provide records to substantiate cost to allow prompt issue of Application for payment/invoice in line with contractual timescales.
* Assess subcontractor AFPs, make accruals and raise Pos.
* Raise CE’s / variations with clients.
* Facilitate production of cost reporting.
* Cost reconciliation.
* Maintain accurate records.
* Use various Commercial and Finance systems.
* Accept extra duties as situations arise.
Experience
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products, especially Excel.
* Strong desire to maintain client relationships whilst not compromising contractual entitlement.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage own time and work to business priorities and deadlines.
* Forward‑thinking and keen to develop smarter delivery of work.
* Commercially and financially aware.
* Experience in a commercial department would be advantageous.
What You Will Get In Return
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group – the UK’s largest independent provider – we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well‑being, growth, and safety of our employees. We provide continuous training, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that values every individual’s unique contribution, empowering our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity, collaboration, and inclusivity.
We are looking for a candidate keen to embark on a career in the commercial department. If you are seeking further development and training you could be offered an apprenticeship program.
The Lanes Group plc comprises a range of established service provider subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography, increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome applications from under‑represented members of the community.
Strictly no agencies please.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
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Other
Industries
Utilities
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