Carmichael UK are seeking a Commercial Manager to join a tier 1 on a long term project.
You will act as the site based commercial lead for the project. Prior experience of managing £50m+ civil engineering contracts is needed.
The project involves the replacement of a significant proportion of the existing asphalt and concrete surfacing on the base, associated infrastructure, drainage and AGL works, with an anticipated value of c. £150m. We are currently in the design and site preparation phase, value c. £20m and pricing the main scheme, which is due to commence early 2026. Based on an NEC4 Option C and due to run until mid-2027.
Responsibilities
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Take a leading role in multi-disciplinary “Squad” reviews to influence and determine procurement and packaging strategies.
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Active participant in collaborative multi-disciplinary planning meetings.
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Devising tender competition strategies and scoring matrices to ensure that the most appropriate supply chain is engaged.
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Commenting upon and drafting of subcontract works information, site information and tender documentation.
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Drafting Subcontract Data, selecting contractual options, drafting schedules of variations to contract, assessing subcontract scope to draft pricing schedules.
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Reviewing all tender documentation to ensure consistency and compatibility with contractual and project requirements.
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Setting strategies for and responding to tender queries, leading mid and post tender interviews.
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Tender reviewer and verifying and validating of tender reports and recommendations.
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Approving subcontracts for governance and execution.
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Commercial management of significant subcontract packages through to final certification including change control and management.
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Budget setting, forecasting and reporting.
About You:
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Will need to obtain BPSS and then Security Clearance, so will need to UK Nationals and/or citizens of any European Union or NATO country.
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Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen
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Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions
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Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge and experience
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Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives and associated change programmes