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Commercial & Contract Manager
Commercial & Contract Manager
Commercial & Contract Manager
Posted 15 days ago
- Buttershaw, West Yorkshire
- Any
- External
Company description:
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Job description:
Commercial and Contracts Manager
Salary & Benefits(3b): Circa £60-70,000 + company car scheme or allowance + private healthcare + up to 15% pension with 5% contribution + annual bonus + retail savings schemes + online GP access + life assurance cover + free on-site parking + 25 days holiday + 1 wellbeing day + bank holidays
Location: Hybrid Working (two days a week office based Bradford)
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial and Contracts Manager to join the Commercial Services team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?
What we do:
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Commercial Services are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
The Commercial and Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and contractual aspects of contracted works on their Programme Delivery sub-programme.
This includes developing project budgets, negotiating with Contract Partners and suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, evaluating financial risks and ensuring financial success by overseeing the financial aspects of the contracts.
They will also be responsible for supporting the Manager of Commercial in developing and implementing commercial strategies and identifying new commercial opportunities.
The Commercial and Contract Manager will work closely with the Capital Delivery Programme Manager to optimise contract performance and deliver contracts within budget and on schedule.
Additionally, they will develop and implement contract administration, risk assessment, and procurement strategies to support the successful completion of projects and will provide guidance and support in aspects such as risk management, cost control, budget control.
Where you fit in:
As our Commercial and Contracts Manager you will take a lead role in seeking to improve value and achieve consistent cycle times through increased commercial controls
Procurement and contract strategy development and implementation
Development and implementation of key commercial controls
Cost assurance pre and post contract
Change control assurance
Contract administration assurance
Supply chain strategic development and control
What skills & qualifications you will need:
Commercial acumen and commercial advisory expertise
Extensive commercial knowledge of allocation of risks and liabilities
Extensive knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts
More than 10 years commercial experience
Professional qualification, or working to a professional qualification associated with the role
Ability to work with all stakeholders, provide guidance and support key decision commercial outcomes that benefit Programme Delivery
You will also benefit from having:
Detailed understanding and usage of Framework Agreements
Experience of working within the water/utilities sector
Knowledge and expertise associate with developing commercial processes and procedures
Strong interpersonal skills
We embrace a flexible working model, where our hybrid setup typically requires an average of 2 to 3 days in the office or on-site per week . This could be slightly more when collaborative efforts, training or meeting deadlines demand it. For those who prefer to work on-site, our office is open Monday-Friday during working hours.
If youre a Commercial & Contracts professional and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.
We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.
If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.
Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Job description:
Commercial and Contracts Manager
Salary & Benefits(3b): Circa £60-70,000 + company car scheme or allowance + private healthcare + up to 15% pension with 5% contribution + annual bonus + retail savings schemes + online GP access + life assurance cover + free on-site parking + 25 days holiday + 1 wellbeing day + bank holidays
Location: Hybrid Working (two days a week office based Bradford)
Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial and Contracts Manager to join the Commercial Services team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?
What we do:
Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity.
New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Commercial Services are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.
The Commercial and Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial and contractual aspects of contracted works on their Programme Delivery sub-programme.
This includes developing project budgets, negotiating with Contract Partners and suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, evaluating financial risks and ensuring financial success by overseeing the financial aspects of the contracts.
They will also be responsible for supporting the Manager of Commercial in developing and implementing commercial strategies and identifying new commercial opportunities.
The Commercial and Contract Manager will work closely with the Capital Delivery Programme Manager to optimise contract performance and deliver contracts within budget and on schedule.
Additionally, they will develop and implement contract administration, risk assessment, and procurement strategies to support the successful completion of projects and will provide guidance and support in aspects such as risk management, cost control, budget control.
Where you fit in:
As our Commercial and Contracts Manager you will take a lead role in seeking to improve value and achieve consistent cycle times through increased commercial controls
Procurement and contract strategy development and implementation
Development and implementation of key commercial controls
Cost assurance pre and post contract
Change control assurance
Contract administration assurance
Supply chain strategic development and control
What skills & qualifications you will need:
Commercial acumen and commercial advisory expertise
Extensive commercial knowledge of allocation of risks and liabilities
Extensive knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts
More than 10 years commercial experience
Professional qualification, or working to a professional qualification associated with the role
Ability to work with all stakeholders, provide guidance and support key decision commercial outcomes that benefit Programme Delivery
You will also benefit from having:
Detailed understanding and usage of Framework Agreements
Experience of working within the water/utilities sector
Knowledge and expertise associate with developing commercial processes and procedures
Strong interpersonal skills
We embrace a flexible working model, where our hybrid setup typically requires an average of 2 to 3 days in the office or on-site per week . This could be slightly more when collaborative efforts, training or meeting deadlines demand it. For those who prefer to work on-site, our office is open Monday-Friday during working hours.
If youre a Commercial & Contracts professional and want to help us deliver exceptional service for our customers whilst protecting the environment, then apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer for you.
We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.
If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.
Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
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