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| JobID | 6585 |
| JobTitle | Commercial Managers |
| JobDescription | Two positions available on a permanent or rolling contracts basis for Commercial Managers to be based at Aldermaston. Security clearance is required for this immediate opportunity. Key Accountabilities: To ensure that the AWE business objectives are met and all work is carried out efficiently in accordance with the AWE process and procedures applicable to the Project with the aim of delivering value for money in all circumstances. Key Responsibilities: The individual will be responsible for the contractual and commercial management and effective contract administration of the project through the application of the relevant procedures. Additionally assisting in developing, promoting and maintaining a world class commercial capability for the project and continuous improvement through the challenge and audit of contract performance. ? Ensure that appropriate levels of SQEP resources are engaged in delivery of the project Procurement and Commercial Strategies. ? Be part of the project Leadership team and the DMP Procurement and Commercial Governance team. ? Support the project team in developing the appropriate project procurement/commercial/contractual strategies. ? Ensure that a Procurement Plan is prepared for all packages of work and purchase items. ? Carry out continuous assessments of capability and capacity of the existing supply chain partners and other potential supply chain partners to ensure they are competent. ? Build successful relationships with the supply chain/project teams/stakeholders. ? Establish the requirement for Tender Documentation and ensure that the commercial interests of the business are maintained. ? Review and approve the contract cost models (Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Rates, Activity Schedules, Milestones, etc) for use in the contract documentation. ? Approve the ITT documentation including agreement of the contract terms and any forms of surety with the Head of DMP Procurement and Commercial. ? Responsible for the delivery of the procurement of consultant, supplier and contractor services relating to the project including overseeing selection/ assessment documentation as necessary. ? Liaise with DMP Procurement and Commercial Governance Team to ensure that AWE supply chain strategy, policy and procedures are implemented. ? Support the Project Team in the process of challenge/validation of estimates and development of the business cases for various project “gate” sanctions. ? Ensure effective project governance procedures are in place and up to date, in particular record keeping, contract administration/correspondence and change management and is responsible to the SPM for the effective management of the contract obligations/timescales/processes to meet such governance requirements. ? Approve monthly valuations/payments for the project to the SPM including verifying manhour returns, site measures, dayworks claims, additional work requests, claims and the like. ? Approve Certificate for payment and any notices of withholding to the consultant, supplier and contractor to allow invoicing. ? Manage the consultant, supplier and contractor incentive model and recommend any pain/gain share providing performance feedback as necessary. ? Manage change to the consultant, supplier and contractor accounts and issue appropriate forms of contract instruction to acknowledge change. ? Lead the management of consultant, supplier and contractor claims. ? Finalise consultant, supplier and contractor accounts and close out all contracts for project. ? Approve all correspondence relating to the contractual issues. ? Provide advice and guidance on commercial and contractual matters to Project Team with reference back to DMP Head of Commercial and Procurement for approval. ? Prepare consultant, supplier and contractor feedback for inclusion in ongoing client appraisal exercise. ? Maintain the system for capture of contemporary cost data for use on future projects. ? Promote commercial awareness through out project. ? Lead formal dispute resolution process and contract close out strategy as required. Competencies and Knowledge: ? Evidence of significant project commercial management success. ? Well versed in modern Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management techniques within complex, multi-functional organisations/project environments. ? In depth understanding of commercial, contractual and financial project drivers. ? In depth understanding of procurement and commercial contracting strategies within a construction/engineering environment. ? Excellent communication and presentation skills with internal and external stakeholders. ? Excellent working contractual/legal knowledge. ? A good understanding of delivery techniques in regulated markets. ? A good understanding of the Microsoft platform and applications particularly Excel and Word. |
| JobRequirements | Qualification: ? Degree educated or equivalent in law or QS. ? Member of Industry body i.e. RICS or equivalent Experience: ? Ideally experienced in client and contracting organisations in appropriate industry sectors with extensive experience of procurement strategies and activities. ? Experience in preparing and negotiating the legal and commercial aspects of sizeable construction contracts. ? Hand on experience of the various forms of dispute resolution, in particular adjudication and arbitration. ? Typically 15 years experience of commercial contract management some of which would ideally be within the nuclear industry. ? Extensive working knowledge of applicable industry standard forms of contract typically NEC, JCT, ICE and GCWorks. Behaviours: ? Excellent problem solver and evident conciliatory style to dispute resolution ? Good team player and collaborative management style. ? Able to act on own initiative. ? Able to develop relationships and maintain effective networks. ? Comfortable in a Matrix management environment as part of an integrated team delivering the Company objectives Special Requirements: ? Willingness to travel to visit provider premises, ad hoc, which may require working away from home/overseas. ? Full clean UK driving licence Please call Emma to discuss this opportunity on 01275 349043 or email emma.stewat@atc-belcan.co.uk |
| JobDate | 2010-02-12 |
| Type | Contract or Permanent |
| Location | England - South |
| Area | Nuclear |
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