Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 85,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: London
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Commercial Manager – Procurement
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in subcontract procurement within the construction industry. The successful candidate will oversee procurement processes, manage contractual compliance and commercial risk, and ensure subcontract packages are procured in line with project programmes and contractual requirements.
A strong understanding of NEC contracts, subcontract administration and procurement strategy is essential.
Key Responsibilities
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Act as the main point of contact for subcontract procurement processes and contractual requirements.
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Manage and maintain subcontract tender schedules and tender records, ensuring deadlines are met.
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Coordinate subcontract recommendations, providing senior management with the information required to make informed procurement decisions.
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Review and manage the project procurement plan, ensuring subcontract packages are awarded within programme requirements.
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Ensure appropriate subcontract recommendations and contract types are used for each package.
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Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, procedures and commercial performance.
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Maintain a detailed understanding of NEC subcontract forms and associated contract documentation.
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Work collaboratively with commercial, operational and design teams to ensure subcontract orders include all relevant documentation.
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Manage subcontract approvals and CV approval registers, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
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Ensure subcontract orders are placed in accordance with approved recommendations and within required timescales.
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Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks associated with subcontract procurement and order placement.
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, contractual obligations, industry standards and health and safety requirements.
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Maintain accurate records and uphold high standards of contract administration.
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Contribute to continuous improvement and professional development.
Requirements
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Proven experience as a Commercial Manager within the construction industry.
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Extensive experience in subcontract procurement and commercial management.
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Outstanding knowledge of NEC contracts and subcontract administration.
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Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial terms and relevant legislation.
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Degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification; an HND or ONC in Construction Studies or equivalent is also relevant.
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CSCS card.
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MRICS or MCIOB membership is desirable.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
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Excellent communication, negotiation, organisational and analytical skills.
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Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.
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High attention to detail, sound commercial judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
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A collaborative, proactive approach with the ability to work effectively under pressure