Lead Project Commercial Manager

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Contract TypePermanentWork patternFull timePosition LocationHinckley, United KingdomJob DescriptionOur Energy Unit are looking for a Lead Project Commercial Manager to join their team in Hinckley, Leicestershire. This role is to supplement our projects with traditional oil and gas clients focusing on the energy transition to cleaner fuels including opportunities with Gas to Power LNG, Carbon Capture and Hydrogen.About The RoleProvide leadership to manage commercial risk in part of our Energy business and to create opportunity through strong commercial bids and management of projects, including compliance with Group directives and policies, focus on customer priorities and developing skills and awareness. Responsible for oversight of the commercial aspects of bids and for on going project controls. Reports to the Account Leader regarding specific bids and projects. Bringing commercial focus to a variety of projects along with implementing strong project controls and project management support.WIN

• Undertake the role of or support selection of project principals (PPs) and bid principals (BPs)
• Ensure we are delivering commercially robust proposals through application of STEP, a customer focused approach and appropriate innovation in delivery
• Support project teams in understanding key issues and securing sound and equitable commercial outcomes in contract negotiations
• Ensure appropriate agreements with third parties are in place, including sub-consultant organisations, strategic and JV partners.

Do

• Develop post project review schedule, and disseminate findings
• Undertake role of PP or support PPs to manage budgets in order to deliver the ROCE and project profit approved in the CAAP; or subsequently approved by the GM
• Identify projects where performance improvements are required, and ensure a clear action plan for recovery
• Provide guidance, and where necessary leadership, on how claims/variations should be prepared, presented and negotiated with the customer
• Review working capital, contribute to credit management meetings and provide leadership in the recovery of bad debts
• Promote all aspects of STEP related to commercial success

Learn

• Support a team of Project Managers and develop their capability to undertake the Project Principal and Project Manager roles on bids and projects to manage risk, deliver profit, develop capability and create customer relationships
• Develop continuous improvement in proposal approval, CAAP’s, MPCMs and project/ post-project reviews
• Develop commercial thought leadership, add to the commercial practice site
• Put in place appropriate guidance, training and knowledge sharing to manage budgets to deliver ROCE, to manage working capital, to spread knowledge of the Group directives and policies, to develop commercial awareness and risk management.

Collaboration

• Interface with and support other commercial managers
• Interface with the legal department to improve guidance
• Foster key relationships, internally and externally

Candidate SpecificationAbout You

• Commercial and contract management skills and experience of delivering ideally within a cost consultancy
• Member of Professional Body / relevant qualification
• Previous experience of contract administration, preferably using NEC contracts and experience in fixed price, cost reimbursable and target cost payment mechanisms
• Relevant experience working on Oil and Gas / Utilities projects is preferred
• Ideally degree qualified
• Ability to operate both autonomously and as a part of a larger team
• Excellent IT Skills – Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Previous experience working with cost management tools
• Strong communication skills including writing reports and presenting
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, stakeholders, colleagues and the supply chain
• Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to work

If you meet 80% or more of what we’re looking for, please still apply. We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn’t know we need.Job ProfileAbout The Business UnitThe Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across a number of sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. Together we provide integrated engineering and project management services across the project lifecycle – from concept and design, to construction and operations, to decommissioning or repowering and life extension. Together with our clients, we’re helping to deliver the energy transition globally.How To ApplyTo apply for this role, please complete our 15-minute application via our website. Our talent acquisition coordinators aim to provide feedback within 5 working days with the outcome of your application. More information about our application process can be found here . If you have any questions regarding your application or the role, please reach out to the dedicated recruiter listed who will be more than happy to help.Mott MacDonald is Work180 accredited – which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force!Benefits We Offer

• Pension matched up to 7%
• Life insurance
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Continuous development opportunities – because we want you to thrive
• Agile/flexible working – because life isn’t 9-5
• Enhanced parental leave; shared parental leave policies – for parents and care givers
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance
• Flexible benefits that suit you, including cycle to work & interest free season ticket loans .
• The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes

Other InformationEquality, diversity and inclusionWe put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist. Agile workingAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust. More About Mott MacDonaldWe’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellenceJob Ref59561BRRecruiter ContactAbhijeet BarpandaCountryUnited KingdomRegion/StateEngland - MidlandsDisciplineCost and quantity surveying, Energy, Oil and gasSectorEnergyWebsite RegionEurope and Central AsiaWebsite SectorEnergy