Commercial Manager

 

Main characteristics

Location

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Company

BAM Construct & Ventures UK Ltd

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Construction / Skilled Trades

Job summary

Building a sustainable tomorrow
BAM Site Solutions are looking to recruit an Commercial Manager. This is a full time role and will involve a mixture of working from home and on site at Wellingbourough.
In close collaboration with the Site Solutions Managing Director, Segment Commercial Director, and related teams within the UK & Ireland division, this role leads the budgeted commercial performance of Site Solutions through precise analysis of processes and information.
This position works alongside the Site Solutions Managing Director and Segment Commercial Director to ensure exemplary commercial management of contracts, focusing on the development, maintenance, and control of commercial processes aligned with BAM management systems. The role involves a mix of remote work, on-site presence, and collaboration across BAM Site Solutions locations.
In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an company car or car allowance, bonus scheme, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (increases with length of service), holiday purchase scheme, gym subsidy and BAM social club membership.
BAM operates a flexible working policy, actively encouraging periods of remote home working and flexibility in start and finish hours to fit into an individual's busy lifestyle.
Your mission
Commercial Management of new and existing client and supply chain contracts, reviewing, and completing contract amendments and liaising with clients and suppliers on revised terms and conditions whilst managing risk profile
Oversee commercial procedures, including change notices, reconciliations, subcontract reconciliations, chargeable works, and payment applications.
Collaborate in producing and reviewing cost value reports, supply chain processes, procurement, and controls to ensure compliance with BAM procedures.
Collaborate with Finance and Operational colleagues to prepare bottom-up budgets and monthly forecasting.
Ensure strict budget management in accordance with the contract, achieving buying savings where possible.
Manage and report on commercial risks, client, and supplier relationships.
Provide commercial support and reporting for the tendering process.
Take responsibility for effective client relationship management and liaison on commercial issues.
Key activities
Operational:
Provide monthly reporting to the Managing Director and Segment Commercial Director on financial data, project progress, milestones, risks, and opportunities.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in BAM Site Solution portfolio.
Track, measure, and support analysis of commercial metrics using KPIs and BAM reporting tools.
Contribute to quarterly forecast reporting, Operation Plan, and work-winning activities.
Monitor effective supply chain management and contribute to procurement strategies.
Support embedding new supply chain and procurement arrangements.
Support and input to risk reviews and implementation of mitigating actions.
Provide Commercial training to Teams.
Input into the departmental strategy for improvement.
Technical:
Maintaining and understanding of change strategy
Ensure that risk assessment and management is applied to all steps in the business cycle
Ensure that budget and cost control measures are in place and maintained
Implement strategies that are always best for BAM
Provide commercial advice to delivery teams
Provide input to Division/Segment/Business Unit commercial discussions/reviews
Produce and negotiate insurance claims with insurers representatives
Contribute to ensure policies, processes, and procedures support in the delivery of compliance.
People:
Responsible for day-to-day line management of the commercial team.
Manage and monitor team engagement and performance.
Effectively manage the team to optimize resource utilization.
Provide development opportunities for the team and support succession strategy.
Deliver company values and investigate customer complaints professionally.
Mentor the commercial team and others
Who are we looking for?
You will understand both private and public sector project procurement processes and be comfortable working in a time critical, fast-moving environment.
Qualification in business administration, QS, finance, or similar field desirable.
Successful work experience as a Commercial Manager or in a relevant role.
Solid knowledge of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes.
Experience with NEC and JCT contracts advantageous.
Excellent commercial awareness with a strategic mindset.
In-depth knowledge and experience in the UK Construction and Civils industry.
Solid knowledge of plant, products, and services in a similar commercial role.
Experience in establishing and delivering work programs and schedules.
Experience in strategic customer and supplier management and negotiation.
Track record of targeted commercial success.
Hands-on experience in creating reporting and managing budgets.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrable interpersonal and leadership skills.
High degree of energy and self-motivation.
Respected role model for the commercial team and wider business.
Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
Ability to multi-task and provide focus, direction, and solutions.
High level of IT systems awareness to operate SAP, Stage Gate, SharePoint, and bespoke reporting applications.
Ability to understand and work to BAM values.
Whats in it for you?
A challenging and continuously changing environment in a forward thinking organisation.
In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package including an company car or car allowance, bonus scheme, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 25 days holiday (increases with length of service), holiday purchase scheme, gym subsidy and BAM social club membership.
BAM operates a flexible working policy, actively encouraging periods of remote home working and flexibility in start and finish hours to fit into an individual's busy lifestyle.
Your work environment
People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial.
Were on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
Be you! Join us today, so we can achieve amazing things together and build a sustainable tomorrow
Who are we?
The art of building is about building for communities; its about building for life.
Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar.
Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day.
Our recruitment process, what you need to know?
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel we need to do something to make it more accessible to you, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you