Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager - London, Cannock or Warrington.

Would you like to join one of the UK’s Best Big Companies as awarded by Best Companies?. Take a look at the role outlined and if you think you fit the bill, and want to work within a team that rewards performance ,drives personal development and offers a great working environment , we want to hear from you!

The Specialist Businesses unit of Murphy comprises Murphy Ground Engineering, Murphy Applied Engineering, Murphy Utility Connections, Construction and Murphy Electrical Services. The business unit provides ideal opportunities for those wishing to take on more responsibility and operate at a business level rather than simply one project. The commercial team have a variety of experience and are delivery focussed whilst maintaining the Murphy family feel

What you will be doing

• Manage all commercial aspects of the Project and maintain regular liaison with all stakeholders.
• Build a high performing team, while continually improving
• Monthly project reviews to analyse and take appropriate action.
• Attend the required reviews with the Executive Team to explain the business current and planned performance.
• Ensure the implementation of a commercial strategy for the Project
• Maintain a schedule of Client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback, alignment and future pipeline of work.
• In conjunction with the Project Director, set the annual business plan, and create the strategy to achieve the elements therein.
• To lead on the development and training of Commercial Practitioners including supervisor / mentor / counsellor role for staff undertaking their APC or equivalent.
• Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans
• To be responsible in conjunction with the Project Director and Estimating Manager to ensure that a review of all of the contractual obligations and commercial risks is carried out prior to the submission of all tenders within the BU and attend tender settlement meetings as required.
• To ensure effective negotiations with prospective clients are carried out prior to signing contracts to minimise risk

Who we are looking for

• Strong experience in multiple small framework utility projects.
• NEC & JCT experience required
• Commercially astute with substantial proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry.
• Expert knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Understanding of programming techniques and project controls.
• Gravitas, relationship management on senior peer to peer basis.
• Substantial post qualification experience.

About Murphy

• Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.
• Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.
• Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.

What you’ll get in return

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, cycle to work scheme etc

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer we are proud to have signed up to #BantheBoxUK and reduce barriers to employment for people with criminal records.

If you think Murphy is the place to help you thrive in a great team dedicated to delivery and engineering excellence, and want to work in an inclusive team culture that rewards performance and drives personal development, apply today.