Commercial Manager - Project Controls
7 days ago
Puriton
Sir Robert McAlpine is proud to have been awarded a prestigious contract to deliver a cutting-edge gigafactory — a transformative project at the heart of the UK's green industrial revolution. \n In its initial phase, the project involves the design and construction of a 15GWh lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, complete with ancillary buildings and extensive site-wide infrastructure works. \n Once complete, this facility will rank among the largest battery production sites in the UK, with the capacity to supply half of the country's projected automotive battery needs by the early 2030s. We are expanding our commercial team and are looking to appoint an experience Commercial Manager to work alongside our project controls team. \n \n Why join us? \n In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. \n Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us. \n \n The Commercial Manager role - Project Controls \n Ideally you'll; \n\n • be a recognised CM with strong commercial awareness with a focus on profit and cash\n, • have prior experience with CM or PM projects with NEC experience.\n, • have experience managing a range of commercial aspects including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations and management of subcontract works packages through to final account.\n, • Negotiation and agreement of compensation events with the client, whilst retaining relationships is essential.\n, • Resolve issues in respect of payment and disallowed costs.\n, • Deputise for the Project Commercial Director as and when required.\n, • be keen to minimise risk, cost and maximise value by cost checking and analysis of labour, plant and materials.\n, • Proven track record in commercial management for major construction projects.\n, • Strong client-facing experience, with outstanding negotiation and communication skills.\n, • Expert understanding of contract law, procurement, and financial management.\n, • Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse complex financial data and provide commercial insights.\n, • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.\n