Senior Commercial Consultancy Manager (M3) in Bristol

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. Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project: To join our growing UK Defence & National Security Business Unit within the commercial delivery partners to the UK Ministry of Defence. If you are searching for an opportunity to lead a large, high-energy infrastructure consultancy team while delivering a unique programme, please register your interest.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. You will possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. You will be accountable for the preparation of contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses to achieve formal execution by appropriate parties. You will manage costing associated with contract changes, contract awards, commercial activities and client charges, and present these to clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will manage operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations. You will work 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 will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will provide leadership to managers and other professionals to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities. You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. You will manage Cost Consultants to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders.

You’ll need to have: You are knowledgeable and have experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain management and/or contract management. You may have experience working with bespoke terms and conditions for Defence contracts including NEC3/4 or other forms of contracting. It would be beneficial to have knowledge of the new Public Procurement Regulations and must have or be willing to undergo and obtain valid UK Security Clearance. Producing tender and contract documentation. Running and managing tender processes. Providing commercial and contract management. Developing commercial governance procedures, processes and systems. Managing eSourcing and/or eEvaluation systems. Developing packaging and contracting strategies.

You’ll also have: Professional membership or working towards i.e. CIPS, APM, CCM or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. Experience in business development. Developed commercial and financial acumen. Experience leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams. Developing experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.

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.