Senior Commercial Manager

At STRABAG, around 89,000 people work on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities are integral to who we are as a company and how we work. Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges.

Efficiently manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders. Lead the commercial function across a portfolio of water sector projects, ensuring consistent delivery of commercial objectives. Set the structure, roles, responsibilities, and competencies required to deliver the commercial management services efficiently and to a consistent high standard. Build a high-performing team by managing the development of personal plans, establishing objectives/targets for all direct reports, and monitoring on an ongoing basis. Plan and implement structured development and training of Commercial Practitioners, including supervisor/mentor/counsellor roles for staff undertaking their APC or equivalent. Promote a culture of contractual and commercial awareness within the portfolio of work. Ensure the commercial team adheres to group procedures and governance. Develop and implement a clear commercial strategy. Ensure that a review of all contractual obligations and commercial risks is carried out. Provide assurance that the Commercial Practitioners administer the contracts correctly in a timely and professional manner through regular planned meetings to review contract administration, change control, and operation of contract payment mechanisms. Maximise cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production, and improvement plans for all projects. Identify, mitigate, and manage risk and opportunities for the portfolio of work. Work with the Strabag contract services team to resolve all disputes. Identify all potential recoveries from insurance policies for the business and liaise with the Insurance department to prosecute entitlement. Actively manage the work-winning process, allocate resources to commercial elements, and liaise with the pre-contract commercial resource. Attend the required reviews with the Executive Team to explain the portfolio's current and planned performance. Ensure contract conditions are negotiated within any key risk parameters set by Group Legal prior to contract execution. Ensure compliance with year-end audit requirements. Ensure the portfolio achieves the annual Objectives and Targets. In conjunction with the Director, set the annual business plan and create the strategy to achieve the elements therein. Maintain a schedule of Client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback, alignment, and future pipeline of work. Become the face of Strabag for external engagement at industry events. Share all appropriate information within the Group where different business units are carrying out projects for the same Client to enable the Strabag approach/relationship with Clients. Participate in the preparation, development, and implementation of new group commercial procedures. Carry out commercial audits on other areas of the business as and when required. Contribute to Functional leadership, bringing best practice into the business, and involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives.

Required profile:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent
• In-depth understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management best practices
• Commercially astute with substantial proven experience within a commercial role in the Water Industry
• Expert knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement
• Understanding of programming techniques and project controls
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience managing and developing high-performing teams

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and innovative working environment
• Professional development and career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension, professional membership, and 25 days holiday

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset, the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.