Commercial Manager

We are in search of forward-thinking Commercial Manager to join this award-winning and employee focussed - design and build retail and leisure fit-out business.

Key Areas:

Management of commercial function with report into the MD

• Production of take offs and estimates for tender enquiries
• Compilation of subcontract tender packs when bidding for new work
• Negotiation of contract sum values with both Clients and Suppliers
• Supporting the operational delivery team during the pre-construction stage of projects by producing profitability plans & procurement schedules
• Supporting the operational delivery team during the construction stage of projects by attending on-site valuations and producing and maintaining variation trackers
• Supporting the operational delivery team at the final account stage of projects with regards to Client and Supply Chain final submissions
• Building an understanding of contracts linked to the workstreams i.e. JCT/NEC, and applying these principles when awarding works to the Supply Chain
• Playing an active role in developing the supply chain and negotiating stronger terms upon project award
• Playing a key role in leading an evolving the commercial team
• Maintaining good relationships through effective stakeholder management with Clients, Consultants, Supply Chain and Colleagues

Experience. (Ideally)

• Knowledge of the JCT and NEC contracts
• Experience in managing a team
• Demonstrable experience working within the construction or fit out industries
• Confident with understanding and translating drawings and designs into take off's and schedules of work
• Strong digital skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to manage over multiple projects at one time

Day-to-day

• Providing estimation support on tender opportunities
• Driving value on award
• Managing the variation process on award
• Developing the supply chain
• Negotiating stronger terms upon project award
• Leading and evolving the commercial team
• Effective stakeholder management

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for cost management and estimation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.