Established in 2013 Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
We provide award winning services to the clean water wastewater gas digital networks and highways sector and are passionate about working alongside our clients and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life.
About the Role:
Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking for a Senior Commercial Analyst for a 12 month fixed term contract to work in the Commercial department supporting the Operations Team and Senior Quantity Surveyors. To be based in Bamber Bridge Preston with the option of hybrid working.
Location:Bamber Bridge Preston
Hours of Work:Full time - 40 hours (Monday to Friday)
Salary:Depending on experience
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Responsibilities:
- Support Operational team in all daily commercial aspects.
- Accurately value works undertaken and where necessary provide records to substantiate cost to allow prompt issue of Application for payment/invoice in line with contractual timescales.
- Assessing subcontractor AFPs making accrualsand raising Pos.
- Raising CEs / variations with clients
- Facilitate production of cost reporting.
- Cost reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Using various Commercial and Finance systems.
- Accepts extra duties as situations arise.
Experience:
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong desire to maintain client relationships whilst not compromising contractual entitlement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage own time and work to business priorities and deadlines
- Forward thinking and keen to develop smarter delivery of work.
- Commercially and financially aware.
- Experience in a commercial department would be advantageous.
What you will get in return:
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UKs largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values every individuals unique contribution we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity collaboration and inclusivity.
We are looking for a candidate who is keen to embark on a career in the commercial department. If you are looking for further development and training you could be offered an apprenticeship program.
The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries which complement the specialist service of Lanes by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability assets and offering to our customers.
Lanes
Lanes I
SUS
Clearflow
AQS
S&C Foster
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community
Strictly no agencies please
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Established in 2013 Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.We provide award winning services to the clean water wastewater gas digital networks and highways sector and are passionate about working alongside our clients...
Established in 2013 Sapphire Utility Solutions has quickly become the partner of choice for many clients across the UK in our chosen markets.
We provide award winning services to the clean water wastewater gas digital networks and highways sector and are passionate about working alongside our clients and partners to maintain the utility services essential to modern life.
About the Role:
Sapphire Utility Solutions are looking for a Senior Commercial Analyst for a 12 month fixed term contract to work in the Commercial department supporting the Operations Team and Senior Quantity Surveyors. To be based in Bamber Bridge Preston with the option of hybrid working.
Location:Bamber Bridge Preston
Hours of Work:Full time - 40 hours (Monday to Friday)
Salary:Depending on experience
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Responsibilities:
- Support Operational team in all daily commercial aspects.
- Accurately value works undertaken and where necessary provide records to substantiate cost to allow prompt issue of Application for payment/invoice in line with contractual timescales.
- Assessing subcontractor AFPs making accrualsand raising Pos.
- Raising CEs / variations with clients
- Facilitate production of cost reporting.
- Cost reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Using various Commercial and Finance systems.
- Accepts extra duties as situations arise.
Experience:
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong desire to maintain client relationships whilst not compromising contractual entitlement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage own time and work to business priorities and deadlines
- Forward thinking and keen to develop smarter delivery of work.
- Commercially and financially aware.
- Experience in a commercial department would be advantageous.
What you will get in return:
In joining Sapphire Utility Solutions as part of the Lanes Group - the UKs largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values every individuals unique contribution we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity collaboration and inclusivity.
We are looking for a candidate who is keen to embark on a career in the commercial department. If you are looking for further development and training you could be offered an apprenticeship program.
The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries which complement the specialist service of Lanes by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability assets and offering to our customers.
Lanes
Lanes I
SUS
Clearflow
AQS
S&C Foster
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community
Strictly no agencies please
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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