Senior Commercial Consultancy Manager in London

Hybrid in London·Full-time·Added today (last checked 12 Nov)

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, London
Contract: Full-time
Experience: Senior level

Skills

Mace is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in London.

Requirements

What we're looking for

A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline, supported by professional accreditation such as MRICS, CIPS, APM or CEng, or equivalent professional experience.
Strong post-qualification experience within construction, infrastructure or professional services, with a clear commercial and contractual focus.
Significant experience working within NEC contracting environments, ideally across Options A, C and E.
Good knowledge of procurement, contract administration, cost management and commercial assurance.
Practical experience managing compensation events, valuations, payments, change and claims.
Experience supporting the delivery of projects against agreed budgets and affordability targets.
Experience working within integrated project teams alongside contractors, consultants and stakeholders.
Experience operating within complex or matrix organisations.
Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills.
Confidence working with commercial systems such as CEMAR and a high level of proficiency across Microsoft Office.
A commitment to continuous professional development and improving commercial processes.

The role

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.

What you'll do

Leading procurement and supplier engagement activities across infrastructure and capital projects.
Managing tender processes, ensuring robust commercial evaluation and value for money.
Supporting the development and implementation of project procurement and commercial strategies.
Managing strategic sourcing activities across a range of complex works and professional services packages.
Administering NEC contracts, particularly Options A, C and E.
Managing valuations, payments, compensation events, claims and contractual change.
Identifying and managing commercial and financial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintaining effective contract management processes to maximise value and supplier performance.
Monitoring project budgets, costs, forecasts and financial performance.
Providing commercial assurance, including reviewing estimates and ensuring appropriate financial and contractual compliance.
Working closely with project teams, framework contractors and consultants to identify opportunities for improved commercial outcomes.
Supporting contract owners with supplier performance and continuous improvement.
Using commercial management systems such as CEMAR to manage contract activity and reporting.
Promoting a collaborative, commercially focused and safety-conscious approach across the project team.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our growing infrastructure team, supporting the procurement and successful delivery of major capital programmes.

You will provide commercial and contract management expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from procurement and sourcing strategy through to post-contract management, cost control, change and commercial assurance.

Working as part of an integrated project team, you will collaborate closely with clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to drive value, manage commercial risk and ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed commercial objectives.

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 within the role.