Commercial Manager

Our client is a fast-growing engineering and technical company based in Cumbria and Preston, Lancashire. They are a specialist systems integrator for safety-related & mission-critical systems in aerospace, clean energy & maritime sectors; providing consultancy, electrical, instrumentation & control systems, engineering design & build services - with their own production facilities & electronic lab.They have a new opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Commercial Manager to work remotely with some client / office work as required. The client is open to candidates from different sectors as long as they have experience with NEC 3 and 4 contracts. The role may also suit a senior quantity surveyor looking to step up. They will also be open to contractor candidates outside IR35. There is scope for you to expand the team as the business grows with plenty of career development.
Overview of the role:
As a Commercial Manager in a fast-growing engineering and technology SME, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's commercial success through expert management of contracts, particularly those governed by the NEC 3 and NEC 4 frameworks, as well as bespoke client contracts: predominantly in the nuclear sector.
Your responsibilities will include overseeing contract negotiations, execution, and compliance, ensuring that all contractual arrangements align with the company's strategic objectives and financial goals. A key aspect of your role will be applying your proficiency in quantity surveying to manage budgets effectively, forecast costs, and control expenditures, ensuring the financial stability of projects.
In this dynamic and evolving environment, you will utilise your strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and mitigate contractual risks. Your role will involve close collaboration with various stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and internal teams, to foster strong relationships and ensure the smooth execution of contracts. Your expertise in contract setup and management, combined with your ability to adapt to the unique challenges and opportunities of a growing SME in the engineering and technology sector, will be critical in supporting the company's expansion and maintaining its competitive edge in the market.
Key responsibilities:
Manage change control / delay analysis.
NEC Contract Management: Oversee and manage contracts under the NEC 3 and NEC 4 suite of contracts, ensuring compliance and effective execution.
Contract Review and Negotiation: Analyse, review, and negotiate various contracts and agreements.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks in contracts and propose mitigation strategies.
Financial and Quantity Surveying: Oversee the financial aspects and perform quantity surveying duties for contracts, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth contract execution.
Reporting and Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation and records and provide regular reports on contract status performance (cost/value reconciliation), and compliance.
Timely application for payments.
Subcontract administration.
Responsible for commercial procedures.
Desired Qualifications / Prerequisites:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
Professional qualification or certification in contract management, quantity surveying, or a related field is advantageous
Proven experience in commercial management, with a focus on NEC 3 and NEC 4 contracts.
Strong background in contract review, negotiation, management, and quantity surveying.
Experience in the construction, engineering, or related industry is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial management skills.
Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools for contract management and quantity surveying, e.g. CEMAR.
Ability to apply skills against bespoke contract management and have a background in commercial law.
Have strong business acumen.
Benefits:
Flexible working
Training and development
Excellent company standards
Cycle-to-work scheme
Health care
Company bonus scheme
Benefits package
Great team spirit
Organised social events
Professional membership
Vision
To be the leading engineering and technology partner for safety-related and mission-critical systems.
Mission
To enable a safer, more resilient world through the provision of engineering and technological solutions. We take pride in our role as a partner for safety-critical systems, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and missions that matter most.
Values
Collaboration and teamwork
Integrity, trust and accountability
Safety and security
Client focused
Positive social value and impact
Continuous improvement
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