At a Glance
- Tasks: Support commercial and contract management for complex Defence projects.
- Company: Join Mace, a leading consultancy redefining ambition in the Defence sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, private medical cover, and generous leave.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; we value diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on nationally significant Defence programmes while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial management and knowledge of NEC contracts required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.
Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
- We are currently recruiting for a talented and motivated
- Commercial Consultancy Manager to join our growing
- Defence team in
- Derby
Working within a highly regulated environment, you will support the delivery of commercial and contract management services across complex programmes and projects.
You will work closely with clients and project teams, providing commercial advice, supporting cost and contract management activities, and helping to drive successful project outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional looking to develop their career within a collaborative consultancy environment while contributing to nationally significant Defence programmes.
SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain is essential.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the delivery of commercial and contract management services across projects and programmes.
- Administering NEC contracts and supporting compliance with contractual obligations and governance requirements.
- Providing commercial advice and support to project teams and stakeholders.
- Supporting cost management, forecasting, reporting and financial controls throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assisting with the management of commercial risk, change control and compensation events.
- Supporting the assessment of contractor applications, variations, claims and final accounts.
- Preparing commercial reports, correspondence and contractual notices.
- Maintaining accurate commercial records, documentation and audit trails.
- Building effective working relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of commercial best practice.
Qualifications
- Experience delivering commercial management services within Defence, Infrastructure, Nuclear, Engineering or similarly complex project environments.
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts and contract administration principles.
- Experience supporting cost management, forecasting, commercial reporting and change control activities.
- Knowledge of commercial governance, contract law and construction or engineering contracts.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.
- Current SC Cleared or eligibility to obtain it (essential).
Benefits
- Car allowance.
- Hybrid working.
- Private medical cover.
- Life assurance.
- Income protection insurance.
- Competitive pension scheme.
- Discretionary annual salary reviews.
- Family-friendly policies.
- 22 days annual leave + 2 Mace Days + 3-day Christmas shutdown + 1 additional day of leave for every 2 years of service + bank holidays.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant Defence programmes within a growing and collaborative team.
- Values
Safety first – Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus – Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity – Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity – For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.
Even if you feel you do not fulfil all 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 with‑in the role.
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Commercial Consultancy Manager - Defence Sector employer: Mace
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