Senior Commercial Consultancy Manager (Utilities Sector)

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Administering contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Administering incentivisation arrangements as appropriate.
• Providing regular cash flow forecast of expenditure.
• Reporting expenditure against the Incentive Target monthly.
• Managing the change management process consult with other functions to assess changes and risks to the overall project out-turn.
• Producing a monthly consolidated project-wide cost/expenditure report.
• Managing the monthly valuation process.
• Managing potential contractor and supplier claims.
• Managing the adjudication of claims and make recommendations for settlement.
• Overseeing the finalisation of contractor’s accounts and close out contractor contracts for the project.
• Managing the process to raise consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary for signature by approved parties.
• Managing the financial contingency built into packages and ensure that contingency allowances reflect the current programme position.

You’ll need to have:

• Previous experience in a cost/commercial consultancy practice in a similar role.
• Previous experience working on large scale projects in the water sector.
• NEC contract management (Essential)
• Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.
• Previous experience of risk management.
• Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on Contract Administration.
• Knowledge of value engineering and life cycle costing.
• Strong understanding of industry best practice.
• Understanding of hot topic issues such as sustainability, social value, carbon reduction impacting public sector.
• Capex V Opex cost analysis/advice.
• A degree in quantity surveying/cost management or equivalent.
• NEC PM Accreditation (Desired)

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well\: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise\: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing\: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel\: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop. 

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

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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