Commercial Manager - Groundworks

Commercial Manager
Salary Negotiable (depending on experience)
Key tasks and responsibilities include:
Working as a Commercial Manager as part of a close team reporting to the Managing Director whilst providing a cost consulting role to clients
Ensure the client achieves their stated objectives through close teamwork, proactive cost control and the provision of contractual advice
Attend and/or chair meetings with clients
Prepare financial reports
Monitor the communication of a project status
Preparing full tender documentation for multiple projects
Provide advice on contractors, specialists, procurement routes, cost and programme solutions
Provide advice on suitability and preparation of contract documents
Prepare management reports
Monitor performance milestones and deliverables
Administer cost/variation procedures
Carry out full post contract surveying duties including establishing the effect of variations, settlement of accounts and disputes
Provide day-to-day cost management of projects from estimate preparation through to final account settlements
Provide mentorship and advice to junior members of staff within the office
Desired qualifications and experience for Commercial Manager:
A relevant degree or masters qualification in Quantity Surveying or similar equivalent subject
10 years Quantity Surveying/cost consulting/ managing
Experience of working on projects in the build environment is desired i.e. commercial, residential, education, healthcare etc.
Expert Trade Knowledge / construction knowledge specifically to groundworks, carpentry and General Building.
Excellent knowledge of common forms of contract such as JCT and NEC
Experience in managing adjudication processes
RICs accreditation
Demonstrable experience of carrying out tendering and procurement processes
Familiar with working on multiple projects concurrently
Strong client facing skills
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: From £65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Chelmsford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
Quantity Surveying: 10 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

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