Commercial Manager

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical construction expertise and consultancy delivery experience to unlock the potential in every person and project. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project:

Be a part of our international consultancy business that spans our five global hubs, where we oversee work for world-leading organisations across the public and private sectors.

Our Middle East and North Africa hub started in 1998 and has successfully operated in a wide range of countries, delivering project and programme management and cost consultancy services.

You’ll be responsible for:

Prepares contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties.

Advises on administration of the terms of construction works or services contracts.

Measures and provides valuations of the work carried out and adjust variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agree with the contractor.

Ensures adequate cost control and reporting services during the contract.

Prepares financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required.

Identifies all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges.

Participates in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers.

Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.

Advises on issue of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals.

Delivers improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change.

Manages a team of professional roles (may include support roles), driving performance and results, whilst delivering performance management, technical development and coaching.

Seeks opportunities for continuous improvements/improving working processes.

Develops effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Manages stakeholders.

Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

You’ll need to have:

Extensive years of experience.

Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.

Developing experience of managing relationships with key stakeholders.

Understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction.

Strong understanding of industry best practice.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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Schedule: Full-time

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