Commercial Manager

The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

Job Summary:

As a Commercial Manager, you will have knowledge and experience in pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector. The Commercial Manager will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement. 

This role will be based in London, UK and you will be required to be on site/at the office 3 days a week.

 

You will be working on a prestigious HS2 rail project We will fully support your personal growth and development enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop junior members of the team
• NEC3 Contract management and administration upstream and downstream
• Establish and manage entitlement, with focus on maximising entitlement under the contract
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Liaison and negotiation with the Client’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities.
• Lead project financial monitoring and reporting, interrogate outputs, implement actions
• Contribute to, and implement, margin improvement plans
• Produce cashflow forecasts and maximise cash position
• Administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts including EWNs, change, payments, forecasts and through to final account
• The Commercial Manager will lead the review and valuation of subcontractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works including CVRs and cost control
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

• Educated to degree level
• MEP experience
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts
• Experienced in controlling costs for self delivery works
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money
• Have, or be working towards, chartership of a relevant institution
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• Commitment to developing self and others
• Experience proactively resolving/avoiding disputes
• You must have the right to work in the UK

 

 

We are committed to our planet:

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.