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We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG’s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for a Commercial Manager.
This is a full-time permanent role, based from our Durham office along with home working.
Please note: a full valid driving license is a pre-requisite for this role.
We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG’s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for a Commercial Manager.
This is a full-time permanent role, based from our Durham office along with home working.
Please note: a full valid driving license is a pre-requisite for this role.
• To play a leading role as part of a wider Commercial team in the delivery of all contractual and commercial duties • Ensure compliance with contractual and internal Avove processes and procedures • Manage the Framework commercial team • Management of the monthly application process to the client • Manage and monitor change process • Management of the monthly application process to the subcontractors in line with current legislation • Resolve client and subcontractor disputes • Manage framework Risks & Opportunities Manage and minimise WIP • Professional Development including mentoring and coaching of team members. • Manage Commercial Team Members
• Strong commercial and financial acumen • Knowledge of standard contracts, particularly within support services • Good awareness of broader industry issues • Ability to build strong client relationships while protecting contractual entitlements • Skilled in negotiation and presentation • Promotes and demonstrates an inclusive working environment • Proven experience in quantity surveying/commercial management • Successful track record in main contract management • Experience in supply chain procurement, management, and financial oversight • Understanding of recordkeeping requirements and dispute resolution approaches • Competent in commercial budgeting and reporting • Experience recruiting and managing a Commercial team
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We design, build and maintain the UK’s utilities infrastructure to help transform local communities for the better. We provide cutting-edge and sustainable engineering solutions and play a critical role in helping to keep the water running, the lights on and people connected. We are an expert, responsible and agile partner, providing vital services to water, power and telecommunications sectors. We work closely with our clients to help protect and improve their assets, enhance customer experience and protect the natural environment. Everything we do is designed to drive continual improvement and move life forward. We are proud to work in partnership with leading utility providers, including Severn Trent, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Northern PowerGrid, Northumbrian Water Group, Scottish Power Energy Networks. We are an equal opportunities employer... We welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, disabilities, religions, ages and sexual orientations. We know that having a diverse workforce encourages new perspectives, inspires creativity and creates an engaging workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues can thrive. When it comes to inclusion, we’re making sure we keep up the progress with our Communities of Practice, who help us do just that.
We encourage you to apply for this role as soon as you can. We recognise talent waits for no one, so we progress candidates individually through all stages of recruitment process.
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