Commercial Manager
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic business that is experiencing exceptional growth.
As they continue to expand their footprint across Europe's most critical infrastructure hubs, we are seeking a heavyweight Commercial Manager to lead the financial delivery of high-value Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) packages.
Operating within their "Self-Delivery" model, you will oversee a portfolio of projects-including major hyperscale data centre builds in Germany and Netherlands-valued at approximately £150m.
Our client can provide the selected candidate with a relocation package or if preferred , can work a week on & week off and work in their office in North London
Key Responsibilities
Payment Strategy: Ensure timely and maximized payments to the group by managing the full application and valuation process across your division.
Contract Negotiation: Review and negotiate complex contracts with both Tier 1 clients and the specialist supply chain.
Commercial Control: Identify and communicate contract requirements and risks, ensuring project teams adhere strictly to the agreed scope of work.
Change Management: Lead the identification, pricing, and negotiation of variations, utilizing our in-house technical expertise to justify claims.
Final Accounts: Prepare and lead negotiations for Final Accounts to secure the company's financial position.
Reporting & Forecasting: Extract and adjust data from software programs to provide accurate cashflow forecasting and monthly reporting for senior management.
Supply Chain Leadership: Engage with and manage specialist trades, ensuring all contractual responsibilities and payment schedules are met.
Requirements
Specialist Background: You must come from a specialist subcontractor background, specifically within Groundworks and RC Frames. Candidates from a pure "Main Contractor" management background will not be considered for this role.
Self-Delivery Expertise: Proven experience managing "Direct Delivery" teams and internal plant resources rather than just overseeing subcontractors.
Infrastructure Experience: A track record in delivering high-value packages (£50m+)
Contractual Knowledge: Expert proficiency in NEC (Options A, B, and C) or international JCT equivalents.
Mobility: Willingness to travel regularly to sites in Frankfurt and Amsterdam. Candidates with a European passport are preferred, though British passport holders with a commitment to travel will be considered.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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