Job Description

Carmichael UK are seeking a Commercial Manager to join a tier 1 JV on the HS2 line in London for 6 months, with the view of it being longer term. 

Leading commercially an asset of works with a remaining spend of in excess £100m. Managing a commercial team to ensure all contractual requirements are fulfilled. Cost control, monthly reporting cycle, procurement, change management, team management and engagement across the whole delivery unit commercial team.  

Responsibilities 

Take a leading role in multi-disciplinary “Squad” reviews to influence and determine procurement and packaging strategies.

Active participant in collaborative multi-disciplinary planning meetings.

Devising tender competition strategies and scoring matrices to ensure that the most appropriate supply chain is engaged.

Commenting upon and drafting of subcontract works information, site information and tender documentation.

Drafting Subcontract Data, selecting contractual options, drafting schedules of variations to contract, assessing subcontract scope to draft pricing schedules.

Reviewing all tender documentation to ensure consistency and compatibility with contractual and project requirements.

Setting strategies for and responding to tender queries, leading mid and post tender interviews.

Tender reviewer and verifying and validating of tender reports and recommendations.

Approving subcontracts for governance and execution.

Commercial management of significant subcontract packages through to final certification including change control and management.

Budget setting, forecasting and reporting.

About You: 

RICS/CICES accredited Degree (or equivalent)

Full Membership of RICS or CICES (or equivalent)

Post-graduate commercial experience in the construction industry with demonstrable track record of achievement

Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen

Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions

Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge and experience

Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and associated change programmes

Inside IR35 

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