Commercial Manager - Construction

Mace Group

  • Cambridge
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit ourWithin our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.The Project: A large-scale major project in Cambridge.Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:
  • Safety first - Going home safe and well
  • Client focus - Deliver on our promise
  • Integrity - Always do the right thing
  • Create opportunity - For our people to excel
Responsible for the commercial management of work packages collaborating with package managers and reporting into the project commercial lead. Provides risk and opportunity reporting mechanisms, mitigating risks and protecting work packages and project margins through cost control systems.You’ll be responsible for:
  • Commercial management of subcontract packages from procurement to final account.
  • Procurement of subcontract packages and materials including collating tender documentation and administering tenders.
  • Accountable for commercial package management and reporting to the commercial lead.
  • Establishing cost control systems including administering client and subcontract changes.
  • Establishing risk and opportunity reporting mechanisms.
  • Mitigating risks and protect package/project margin.
  • Enhancing profit by seeking opportunities through change and cost reduction measures such as value engineering.
  • Operating and collaborating as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Working collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
You’ll need to have:
  • Degree in quantity surveying/commercial management (or equivalent), CSCS.
  • Proficient in MS office tools.
  • Subcontract profit and loss reporting.
  • Administering monthly commercial calendar.
  • Experience in establishing cost control systems.
  • Managing value engineer and cost exercises.
  • Preparing monthly commercial reports.
You’ll also have:
  • Developed planning and organisational skills.
  • Ability to communicate, collaborate and network with key stakeholders and senior leaders.
  • Established problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to adapt and respond to change.
  • Manage by example and demonstrates leadership behaviours.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.#LI-On-siteQualifications.

Mace Group