HEAD OF COMMERCIAL

Job Summary:

As the Head of Commercial you will oversee and manage the estimating, cost, procurement and contractual aspects of the project from initiation to close-out for Euston Station (HS2) on the joint venture with Mace and Dragados.

Key responsibilities:

• Advise the client and project team on all commercial issues effecting the project
• Oversee the development of contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub- contractors and agree these with the client as necessary.
• Develop and implement the procurement and contracting strategy for the delivery of the project
• Review and develop incentivisation arrangements as appropriate
• Agree spend profiles which match the project schedule with the client
• Oversee the reporting against spend profiles for the project on a monthly basis and coordinate with the Client finance department for payments
• Lead the development and maintenance of the Incentive Target for the project
• Oversee the change management process, consult with other functions to assess changes and risks to the overall project out-turn
• Manage the production of a monthly consolidated project-wide cost / expenditure report
• Deliver capex and opex forecasts for the Project
• Overview the procurement of services relating to the Project and ensure that the supply chain strategy, policy and procedures are implemented
• Manage the administration of contracts for implementation of the project
• Oversee the monthly valuation process
• Oversee the development of mitigation plans for potential contractor and supplier claims. Manage the adjudication of claims and make recommendations for settlement
• Oversee the finalisation of contractor’s accounts and close out contractor contracts for the project
• Oversee the Construction Partners applications for payment and Early Warning Notices to the Client

Technical Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of all aspects of commercial management
• Familiarity with various forms of contract
• Excellent knowledge of integrated reporting

Behavioural Competencies:

• Inspiring team Leader
• Highly collaborative but persuasive
• Strong focus on detail but ability to see the strategic picture
• Able to hold their own and defend a position
• Ability to present confidently to senior management

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience:

• Experience in a commercial management role
• Past experience of major (£500m+) projects
• Formal qualification RICS or professional experience
• Management of large multifunction teams

If you are interested in this role please contact Stewart by email at sl@sol-rec.com or on 020 7855 9644.