Our client, a prominent player in the Transmission and Distribution (T & D) sector, is currently seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to join their team in Reading. This permanent role offers an exciting hybrid working arrangement, with 2-3 days a week from home and the remainder from the office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing commercial operations and ensuring projects adhere to financial budgets and time constraints
- Managing a team with two direct reports and providing necessary guidance and support
- Engaging in quantity surveying to evaluate project costs and resources
- Handling project values of £50,000 and above efficiently
- Utilising NEC suite of contracts for project management and commercial control
- Preparing regular financial reports and updates for senior management
- Identifying and mitigating commercial risks to ensure project success
- Liaising with clients and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and project alignment
Job Requirements:
- Experience in the commercial management of projects within the Transmission and Distribution sector
- Proficiency in quantity surveying and evaluating project costs
- Knowledge and experience with NEC suite of contracts
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor a small team
- Excellent financial acumen and report writing skills
- Capability to identify and mitigate commercial risks effectively
- Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid working arrangement
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working arrangement - 2/3 days working from home
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects with significant value
- Pension scheme with 3-5% matched contributions
- Professional development and progression opportunities
- Supportive and dynamic work environment
If you are experienced in commercial management within the T & D sector and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Reading.
