Commercial Manager

Salary: £66,000 – £78,000 per year

Commercial Manager

A leader in Civils and Structures are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager.

Responsible for providing commercial and contractual advice and support.

Key Tasks for the Commercial Manager –

* Produce monthly commercial reports – sales forecasts, cash flow, cost reports

* Work closely with other divisional managers and directors to provide detailed profitability reports as required

* Prepare contract documents, including bills of quantities for client/contractor

* Undertake cost analysis

* Assist in establishing the client’s requirements and undertake feasibility studies

* Perform risk, value management and cost control

* Advise on procurement strategy

* Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks

* Allocate work to subcontractors, and provide advice on contractual claims

* Analyse outcomes and produce detailed progress reports

* Value completed work and arrange payments

* Maintain awareness of different building contracts in current use

Commercial Manager Education and Experience –

* Educated to Degree level in Civil Engineering/Quantity Surveying/Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience with Chartered status (desirable) or working towards Chartered status

* Chartered Level – Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)

* Approximately 3 – 5 years’ experience is needed to perform the job at a management level

* Solid background in Civil/Structural/Construction Engineering/Manufacturing Operations

* Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings

* Knowledge of specialist sub-contract trades

* Proven experience of working with multiple discipline projects; working within a challenging engineering/manufacturing environment

* Experience of working in a multi-site environment

* Awareness of wider Company issues and relevant legislation. Required to keep informed of changes in legislation and departmental policy to deliver correct advice

* A flexible, forward-thinking approach to work, along with the ability to work as part of a team

* Full UK Driver’s Licence and valid Passport

Commercial Manager Desirable Experience –

* A general understanding of concrete repair, specialist coatings, grout, bedding mortar and sealant products

* Proven understanding of structural movement and large civil engineering projects, specifically bridges

* Knowledge of bridge/construction industry/bridge bearings, expansion joints

For the right individual there is a highly competitive, negotiable package on offer.

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