Commercial Manager
Commercial Manager
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28-04-2025
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AtSouth West Waterwe believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid stable foundations with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change improve and innovate.
Were proud to be responsible for providing reliable efficient and highquality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
And we have huge ambitions.
Not only are we committed to reaching netzero by 2030 but weve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.
So if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed #JustAddWater.
We have an exciting opportunity for Commercial Managers to join our team in Exeter.
This is a fulltime permanent position offering acompetitive salary ofper annum plus a relocation package of up to 8000 (subject to eligibility) alongside excellent benefits and development opportunities within our established Engineering team.
About the Role
Youll be joining South West Water at a pivotal time as we support the newly formedamplify alliancean ambitious partnership driving the successful delivery of our 3bn AMP8 capital programme.
As a Commercial Manager you will play a critical role in managing a portfolio of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts supporting both infrastructure and noninfrastructure schemesfrom minor capital maintenance to highprofile industryleading projects.
Your primary responsibility will be to lead the commercial process throughout the entire project lifecycleensuring that contracts are delivered on time within budget and to the required standard. A key part of your role will also involve fostering strong collaborative relationships with our Delivery Partners to support programme success.
What youll be doing:
- Provide a high level of expertise in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts as a key member of the Clients centre of excellence in contract management.
- Manage the full lifecycle of NEC contracts using contract administration platforms from precontract award through to final account.
- Provide sound commercial advice on sourcing strategies procurement events and framework calloff contract awards to ensure value for money and optimal supplier selection.
- Negotiate and agree target prices ensuring contract risk registers are appropriate updated and risks are allocated correctly to contracted parties.
- Support effective and efficient contract management by enforcing governance improving documentation and processes in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Track and report key performance metrics contract awards and delivery partner analysis to ensure performance visibility and commercial insight.
- Develop and manage performance indicators and continuous improvement systems including open book processes cost benchmarking and valueformoney assessments.
- Collect analyse and apply unit cost data in line with organisational methodology to support accurate estimating and optioneering for capital schemes.
- Liaise with the Group Procurement team to ensure compliance with company procedures and integration with wider contractual arrangements.
- Provide contract packaging strategies that promote clarity efficiency and measurable outcomes.
- Maintain strong control over early warnings compensation events and the change control process to manage risk and cost exposure.
- Support the Lead Commercial Manager and wider management team with reporting advice and recommendations for improvements across all contract activities.
What were looking for:
- Proven experience as a QS/Contract/Commercial Manager
- A Civil/Commercial/Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent
- Strong commercial awareness and a demonstrable history of adding significant value
- Extensive knowledge and experience of construction contracts cost management and estimating ideally water/utility industry or a similar capitalintensive client.
- Advanced analytical skills
- Microsoft Office skills particularly in Excel/Word/Outlook
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a confident articulate and approachable manner.
- RICS accredited (or evidence of working towards)
- A full UK driving licence
Whats in it for you:
- We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a longterm career with us. Were one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People return we offer an excellent range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Sharesave Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
- And plenty more!
Closing Date: 8th May 2025
Be yourself we like it that way. Together we will build a culture of belonging where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care we value everyone we celebrate uniqueness.
Our core values which are essential to our success are:
Be Rock Solid Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
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