Commercial Manager in Bicester

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects. We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That’s why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level. We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

We are currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveyor) to join the team delivering a new MoD project located in Bicester region. The Commercial Manager is primarily required to lead the procurement and commercial management of work packages of significant scope, complexity and value for the project. This will include the commercial analysis of subcontracts and working closely with the project manager(s) to ensure compliant, co-ordinated and commercially appropriate proposals and outputs in terms of design and cost, as well as undertaking all appropriate levels of internal and external project reporting.

Roles & responsibilities:

• Ensure initial cost plans are sufficient to carry out the works to be undertaken.
• Develop procurement plans and procure the works in accordance with the cost plan and design information available. Performing tender analysis to ensure value for money is achieved and that the works have been procured at the best market rates.
• Prepare contract documentation and negotiate contract terms to limit risk to the company.
• Ensure that the company's commercial procedures and processes are adhered to.
• Ensures that project programming and planning are appropriate to the commercial success of the project.

Experience & background:

• Quantity surveying degree or experience within the role.
• NEC contract experience and understanding / experience of target cost contracts.
• Experience working with public sector clients.
• Experience of working for a principal contractor on either new build or refurbishment projects.
• Demonstrate excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Experience with tendering subcontract works.
• Able to prepare subcontract documentation ready for engrossment by external parties.

We will provide:

• Car allowance
• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical health benefit
• Enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days
• 3 days wellbeing leave in addition to annual leave
• Health and wellbeing support and initiatives
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme including direct access to Talking Therapies and Coaching services
• Discounted gym membership to over 2,500 gyms nationwide

Please note that due to the nature of this role, national security vetting procedures apply, and a full UK security check will be carried out for the successful candidate.

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We offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equal treatment and equal opportunity are just the norm. We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need any adjustment or changes to the process, email us to let us know if you have a preferred communication method. We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here. Bovis is committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer of choice by engaging, enabling and empowering our people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Inclusion sets us all up for success and we particularly encourage applications from currently under-represented groups in our industry including those who self-identify as women, black, Asian, minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or disabled.