Senior Commercial Manager - Data Centres
Associate to Project Director level
North West regional role (Hybrid working, mixture of home, office and client sites)
Permanent
Full-time with flexible working and core hours
Gleeds Data Centres is recruiting for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager from the DC sector. We are leading on multiple programmes at the moment that require strong contract management, careful GC negation and management of multi million £ programmes.
Your day to day will be varied depending on the project you are working on; this will keep you challenged and engaged in the work we deliver however some key responsibilities that will always remain constant are:
Management of contracts from inception (pre-contract support e.g., tender evaluation) to completion (post-contract support)
Operating with NEC form of Contract such as Option A, B, C and E as well as bespoke forms of contract
Taking a lead role with clients to ensure work is done to specification and to cost as well as seeking out contract improvements
Stakeholder Engagement across a portfolio of projects
Issuing /reviewing early warning notices
Priced and Assessed Compensation Events
Monthly Commercial Reporting
Management of Contractors and Subcontractors accounts
Updating Risk Registers
Reviewing programmes
Issuing payment certs and valuation assessment of the works
Lead and mentor junior members of the team
However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that support each other’s projects as well as getting in involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development.
Who we're looking for
Relevant and extensive experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management within the Data Centre sector.
Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management - ideally both pre and post contract. Experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite, and Public Contract Regulations 2015 would be beneficial, and candidates personal and communication skills, ambition, drive and energy will be considered equally important to be successful.
Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some case applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered.
Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.
What we can offer you in return
Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first
Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain general experience
Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance
Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work.
Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
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