At Schindler we shape the cities of tomorrow by moving people and ideas. As a Commercial Business Partner (Senior Quantity Surveyor) youll play a vital role in our commercial team supporting both new and existing installation operations. Youll help us achieve our financial goals by ensuring our projects and service contracts are delivered efficiently profitably and in line with our values.

What will you do

Youll be the commercial backbone of our project teams managing contracts from the moment theyre awarded. Your responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating executing and managing customer and subcontractor contracts ensuring all parties fulfil their obligations.
• Handling contract variations claims and disputes to protect Schindlers interests.
• Leading commercial negotiations and communications with customers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing contract changes and ensuring compliance with governance and best practices.
• Preparing submitting and agreeing on interim and final accounts including subcontractor accounts and ensuring timely cash collection.
• Collaborating with project and operations teams to optimise financial results manage deliverables control costs and support value engineering.
• Monitoring forecasting and reporting project costs ensuring alignment with budgets and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Identifying and monetising project variations securing Schindlers financial and contractual position.
• Issuing contractual notices and maintaining accurate contract documentation.
• Identifying and mitigating risks related to costs contracts and procurement and maintaining a commercial risk and opportunities register.
• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of commercial processes and systems.
• Liaising with supply chain and other departments to support project delivery and cost targets.
• Providing required data for audits and complying with company health and safety requirements.
• Ensuring that post-contract commercial activities focus on the delivery of Schindler overall strategy
• Business Partner who supports the business to drive current and future results sustainably and with high quality
• Challenge existing processes and drive initiatives to deliver a continuous improvement best practice and supportive environment
• Ensure clear levels of authority and consistent application of organisational standards across the business to support effective decision-making and accountability.

Who are we looking for

Were looking for someone whos passionate about delivering results and making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record of operational Quantity Surveying within the construction industry managing multiple multi-million-pound projects and service contracts to successful technical expertise educated to at least BSc or equivalent full technical standard in Quantity Surveying.
• A recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying (additional qualifications in Disputes Management would be beneficial).
• Demonstrated experience in estimating project costs and presenting high-quality tender documents to customers.
• Experience managing Health & Safety compliance including CDM requirements.
• Preferably a minimum of 10 years experience operating at a senior level within the commercial environment in the building construction and/or maintenance industry.
• Knowledge of key pre-construction procedures such as procurement planning and contracts.
• Strong IT literacy including full proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive detail-oriented approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus
• Company car or allowance (for eligible roles)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and an annual paid volunteering day
• Pension scheme with 6% company contribution
• Comprehensive life assurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Private medical cover with a trusted provider plus 24/7 virtual GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support
• Free eye tests and eyewear discounts
• Access to a range of employee benefits including Tech and Cycle to Work schemes plus exclusive retailer discounts