Commercial Manager

Wood Digital Consulting (DC) is currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager to support one of our UK projects within the System Integration business.This is a hybrid role that can be based anywhere in the UK, mobility and travel to customer sites and face to face meetings with colleagues will be expected as required.Must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check.The Commercial Manager’s primary role will be to ensure effective commercial co-ordination of relevant project in accordance with all relevant Company commercial policies and procedures.  This includes delivery of programs commercial reporting to Business Unit and ensure all commercial procedures are followed and reviewed.  Implementation and delivery of key policies and procedures including the FinancialManagement Framework and Tender Governance Procedures.  Adherence to all requirements of the client contract T&C’s with specific emphasis on reporting and change management in line with the NEC4 client contract.
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, or Business Studies, along with appropriate professional qualification (preferred)Knowledge, skills and experience:Significant experience (8-12 years) in a similar role with good level (4+ years) of leadership / management experience Experience of NEC contracts, particularly NEC4, desirable.Proven experience in contract administration including change managementAwareness of all relevant corporate and project proceduresExperience in contract negotiations Experience in claims and dispute resolution (pre and post-litigation experience preferred)Personal attributes:Utmost integrity Excellent communication skills, written, oral, and presentation Ability to work as part of a team and manage others Ability to prioritize key tasks and solve problems for the teamAbility to mentor and coach direct reports Ability to engage with key stakeholders Advanced user of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointLeads and directs the management of:Pre-award activities including support to the proposals team in terms of performing a commercial review of tender documents, reviewing commercial proposals prior to submission for internal approval, preparing pricing and commercial qualificationsAll activities within the Tender governance processes across the sub-BGCompliance with Woods commercial policies, processes, and procedures within sub-BG (tender governance, financial instruments, contracting policy, etc.)Risk management process including risk identification, mitigation planning, and administration of risk process in conjunction with operationsContractual negotiation strategies for client contracts, JV's, and teaming agreements in conjunction with the bid team and key stakeholdersNegotiation of Terms and Conditions with clients and suppliersMain contract administration of across sub-BG including timely provision of commercial deliverables (e.g. bonds, PCGs, evidence of insurance), correspondence management, and management of change to optimize commercial entitlementsDevelopment, implementation, and maintenance of project commercial handover / plans including commercial strategy, subcontracting commercial strategy, and profit improvement plansRegular project cost analysis/reviews to maximize recoverable costs, minimize disallowable costs, and ensures adequate cost accruals and provisions are in placeDOA is maintained, communicated, and complied with across the sub-BGProject cashflow forecasts, expenditure, invoice preparation, and expediting of payments, with limited support and supervision, and in accordance with client contract requirements and Wood processes and proceduresEnsuring the accuracy of invoices and supporting information/data and maintaining project invoice registers Developing subcontracting commercial strategy in conjunction with Project Management, supply chain, and other functions, as requiredThe compilation of subcontract documents, including main contract flow downs, pricing, and payment prior to execution, subcontract filing / retention of records Regular cost analysis to:-maximize recoverable costsminimize disallowable costsidentify areas for cost saving and ensure adequate cost accruals and provisions are in placeThe preparation, delivery, and analysis of inputs to key contract and internal project reporting requirements and ensure the accuracy of project forecastsCommercial representation in monthly BU / BG / Sub BG project reviewsThe preparation and delivery of main contract and subcontract (if applicable) close-out requirements in full accordance with contract requirements while optimizing Woods commercial recoveryGovernance and implementation of Financial Management Framework within assigned project / sub-BGAlign project / sub-BG specific commercial requirements with WOOD commercial processes and procedures and communicate to relevant personnel Resource competent commercial personnel Manages and supervises personnel development and training of the designated commercial teamCoordination of contract reviews and the development of qualifications / redlines in conjunction with the Contracts function to ensure the balance of risk is appropriate for the associated services and remuneration modelFull timePosting Date: 2024-04-05