Fawkes & Reece South are working with a main contractor who are seeking a Commercial Manager to lead one of their commercial teams. The team are working on a major infrastructure framework worth well over £150m for the next 6 years on behalf of private clients and local authorities. Scope of works includes construction of highways and associated structures with individual projects worth up to £5m. Their projects are based on NEC contracts and are in Hampshire, Berkshire, Wiltshire, Sussex & Kent.
As a Commercial Manager your role will be to lead a small team to ensure that they are performing their duties in line with NEC contracts.
You will be assisting with (but not limited to):
- Preparing the basis of the project procurement schedule and ensures the team contribute and complete their relevant sections
- Maximise cash flow through timely preparation of valuations, submissions of invoice and receipt of payment
- Develop a strategy for concluding client negotiations
- Monitor resources and costs to ensure that projects meet and or exceed targets
- Produce accurate and timely CVR reports, forecasts and contributes toward the setting of financial targets
- Carry out early value engineering activities ensuring all associated costs of change are included within the evaluation
Requirements including certificates and qualifications:
Quantity Surveying Degree-qualified or equivalent
Experience working as a Commercial Manager or a Managing Quantity Surveyor on infrastructure projects. Experience on highways frameworks or projects will be advantageous.
Ideally a member of RICS
Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a generous package plus opportunities for further career development. They are a forward thinking business that encourage work life balance so from day one you will be given flexibility to work from home, whilst commuting to sites when required.
If you are interested in this role, please contact Malvin at Fawkes & Reece Southampton or use the link below.