Job Description

About the role

A Senior Commercial Manager is responsible for the end?to?end financial and commercial management of major, complex projects, often valued in the hundreds of millions of pounds. This includes overseeing project inception, tendering, contract negotiation, and the commercial delivery of one or more significant schemes.



As a core member of the project or Business Unit senior leadership team, they hold key accountability for the commercial and financial performance of each project or Business Unit. Senior Commercial Managers are highly experienced professionals who have progressed through the industry and bring a broad skill set encompassing risk management, procurement, financial reporting, and supply chain management.



They demonstrate strong commercial awareness, effective client liaison, project management capability, and confident team leadership. In addition, they possess extensive knowledge of the construction industry, adaptability, and strong negotiation skills. Typically, they have a proven track record in developing and managing commercial teams and will be a Chartered Member or Fellow of the RICS, ICES or CIOB. They are expected to act as mentors and role models for other commercial staff progressing towards professional qualification.



This role sits within the Power Distribution, Cabling and Utilities team and will primarily support the northern region.

What you'll be doing

Provide commercial input to Value Engineering reviews for different forms of
construction.
To co-ordinate the commercial team to ensure programme issues are identified and actioned. Manage the preparation of the monthly CVR and associated commercial reports. To be able to report and explain the commercial progress to senior divisional staff. Establish client supply chain requirements & advise on alternative forms of contract & procurement arrangements. Application of legislation and ability to liaise with legal experts Preparation of Estimates & Tender submissions including the interpretation of specifications & preambles Co-ordination of buying, accounts, production control/planning, supply chain management & procurement techniques, estimating & surveying functions Management of disallowed cost Oversees & gives advice on training & development including professional

Who we're looking for

Essential Experience:


Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required, coupled with an ability to influence through others. Proactively develop, mentor and coach immediate and wider team members to
ensure development of talent and succession within the team.
Demonstration of working to deadlines including effective delegation, working efficiently and to a high standard. Excellent communication skills with all internal and external stakeholders. Demonstration of resilience and determination to succeed (achievement focus) Proactively manage opportunities, risks and threats An organised, innovative and creative Senior Commercial Manager with in-depth knowledge and experience of working on Projects and Portfolio's. Leading on collating costs and maximising value on a large project or portfolio of projects.

Qualifications:


BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent. Member or Fellow of RICS, ICES or CIOB

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more...

About us

Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.



From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion



To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.



As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/



We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com




Job Reference: BBUK17075