Commercial Manager

September 13, 2022 | Comments Off on Commercial Manager

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location:?Devonport, Plymouth

Business area:?Kier Infrastructure - Major Projects

Contract:??Permanent - At Kier we believe that - wherever we can, whether office or site-based - we should embrace an agile/flexible approach to working. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity, where we can, to do this. Please don't hesitate to ask during the recruitment process around agile working and flexibility - We'll do our best to support you.

Benefits:?You can expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday) together with two employee Share Scheme options (Sharesave and Share Incentive Plan). To find out more about the rewards and benefits at Kier,?click here.

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Inspire and innovate in Infrastructure.?

The team here at Kier Group are trusted to deliver on the UK's most critical national infrastructure projects. From Crossrail to Hinkley Point C, our building work spans once-in-a-lifetime urban regeneration and landmark commercial developments, right through to cutting-edge laboratories and large-scale public sector facilities - completed end-to-end by our in-house team with the expertise and vision to deliver high-value, complex projects.

When the UK needs critical national infrastructure, the team here at Kier Group delivers. Our exceptional in-house expertise extends end-to-end across high-value complex projects such as Crossrail and Hinkley Point C - and many other cutting-edge developments. If you're looking for an outstanding professional experience and the rewards you deserve, talk to us about your part in shaping the future of 21st century Britain.

Key responsibilities

  • To implement all of Kier Group's policies including those for SHE and risk management.
  • To manage the commercial resources (people and finance) in the Project to maximise the planned margins on projects through the placement and control of contracts and subcontracts
  • Responsible for the implementation of Kier Commercial Standards including the proper management of monthly cost value reconciliation reports, cash flow reports, subcontract liability reports, a schedule of adjustments and risk schedules.
  • To assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks and implement group policies for risk management.
  • To maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quality) and valuation of work, and the invoicing of client and payment of suppliers.
  • To implement the achievement of the area's budgeted revenue and gross profit by maximising gross margin.
  • To promote Kier Group's values towards its customers in order to meet or exceed their expectations, and fulfil the vision of becoming the most highly respected company in the industry
  • To manage key relationships with the client to deliver successful outcomes for all stakeholders
  • To develop a diverse and rounded team to support succession planning and talent development in line with the business objective to have all staff professionally recognised through an appropriate institute (e.g. RICS, CICES etc).
What do we need from you?

  • Quantity Surveying Degree
  • Working towards their RICS/CICES chartership
Kier is committed to creating supportive and inclusive opportunities for all our applicants and employees. We appreciate applicants from all backgrounds and we specifically encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. Take a look?here?to learn more about our commitments to diversity and inclusion.? If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please let us know so we can discuss and arrange these by emailing?InclusiveRecruitment@kier.co.uk. Closing Date: 11th September 2022

Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.

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