Commercial Lead - MEP

About the company

At Mace Construct, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are innovators, trusted partners, construction experts. Founded on a belief that the built environment sector could be more efficient, innovative and responsible. We’ve built a reputation and track record for delivering projects better than ever before\: safer, faster and greener. Transforming industries, supporting communities and leaving legacies.

About the project
Curzon Street station is a new £800m HS2 project in Birmingham city centre. The station development, whilst forming part of the new HS2 network between London and the North, will provide a catalyst for development across the East side of Birmingham. As a leading station, Curzon Street strives to provide a centre of excellence for the development of best practice reporting and management models.

About the role

The Senior Commercial Manager oversees and manages the cost management and contract management for the £180m mechanical and electrical packages of the project from initiation to close-out.

What you’ll be doing

·         Administer contractual terms and conditions for mechanical and electrical suppliers and sub-contractors

·         Administer incentivisation arrangements as appropriate

·         Oversee the assessment of EWN’s and compensation events

·         Provide regular cash flow forecast of expenditure

·         Report expenditure against the Incentive Target on a monthly basis

·         Manage the change management process consult with other functions to assess changes and risks to the overall project out-turn

·         Produce of a monthly consolidated project-wide cost / expenditure report

·         Manage the monthly valuation process.

·         Manage potential contractor and supplier claims.

·         Manage the adjudication of claims and make recommendations for settlement.

·         Oversee the finalisation of contractor’s accounts and close out contractor contracts for the project.

·         Manage the process to raise consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary for signature by approved parties.

·         Manage the financial contingency built into packages and ensure that contingency allowances reflect the current programme position.

What you’ll bring

·         Expert knowledge of all aspects of commercial management of high value mechanical and electrical packages.

·         Familiarity with various forms of contract

·         Good knowledge of integrated reporting

·         Strong knowledge of IT systems relevant to Commercial Control.

·         Solid team Leader

·         Strong focus on detail but ability to see the strategic picture

·         Able to hold their own and influence decisions

·         Ability to present confidently to senior management

·         Minimum 10 years experience of commercial management

Nice to have

·         Past experience of major projects (£100m+) or experience managing multiple projects.

·         Experience working with a reputable main contractor

·         Formal qualification RICS or similar

You can find more information about our culture, values, and how we reward our people here.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.