Commercial Manager in Viewpark

About The RoleMorrison Energy Services is recruiting for a Commercial Manager to work on our Scottish Power Framework contract in Bellshill, Glasgow.As the Commercial Manager you will be part of our Senior Leadership Team who are responsible for the safe and profitable delivery of all works under the Framework.As the Commercial Manager your responsibilities will include:Team Management and Development:Set the structure, roles, responsibilities and competencies required to deliver the commercial management servicesBuild a high performing team Provide structured development and training for staff Promote a culture of contractual and commercial awareness within the Framework teamCommercial DeliveryUnderstand and ensure adherence to the framework contractual requirements Liaise with the customers, representatives and other stakeholders on commercial issuesIn conjunction with the Contract Director and Finance Business Partner, set the annual business plan, create the strategy to achieve the elements thereinAttend regular meetings, engagement and feedback sessions with the customerResponsible for developing and maintaining the Framework Risk and Opportunity RegisterResponsible in conjunction with the operational team for the identification of change and the management of the change management processCost Management: Understand allowances for elements of work and embed and maintain a culture of cost effective delivery Identify and work with the Contract Director to implement cost efficiencies, Forecast future expenditure based on anticipated work volumes Value management:Support the team to ensure that all weekly value is captured and reported efficiently and in a timely mannerWork collaboratively with the Contract Director and the customer to ensure visibility and realisation of future work volumesResponsible for the early identification of potential disputes facilitating early intervention and resolutionManagement of all ensuing disputes in accordance with the established escalatory ladderMaximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans for the frameworkFinancial reporting:In conjunction with the Finance Business Partner, responsible for monitoring and reporting cash, revenue and cost positions across all cost centres, forecasting trends and facilitating management intervention where appropriateResponsible for the provision of accurate management reports on regular basisLead weekly project reviewsWork with the Finance Business Partner to ensure compliance with year-end audit requirements Supply Chain and Procurement:Support on all procurement activities to ensure best value procurementResponsible for the effective management of the supply chain within acceptable commercial and operational parametersLead procurement events and initiatives as required Pre Contract and Competitive TenderWork with the Business Development team to ensure active management of commercial elements of the work winning process and governance presentationsDevelop and implement a clear commercial strategy for the Contracts including tender strategies, cash flow strategies and margin improvement strategiesEnsure review of all of the contractual obligations and commercial risks prior to the submission of tenders GeneralBe familiar with, and demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality PoliciesSuggest Group / Business wide initiatives, and implement local improvementsShare all appropriate information within the Business/Group where different business units are carrying out Contracts for the same Client to enable a “One Group” approach and relationship with CustomersParticipate in preparation, development and implementation of new Group Commercial ProceduresTo carry out commercial audits on other Areas as and when requiredContribute to Functional leadership, bringing best practice into the business, involvement in Business Improvement InitiativesIdentification of all potential recoveries from insurance policies for the business, and liaison with the Insurance department to prosecute entitlementAttend any required reviews with the Business Leads to explain the Framework’s current and planned performanceSkills & Knowledge RequirementsRequired:A comprehensive level of commercial experience preferably with a contracting organisation with proven experience of working on a project of similar scale and complexity Demonstrable expert knowledge of contract procedure, most particularly those applicable to the NEC suite of contracts.Demonstrable leadership capacity possessing excellent communication skillsBSc or HND in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subjectRelevant CSCS card Desirable: Utilities experience desirable but not essential Preferably qualified to ICES or RICS accreditation  What’s in it for you?25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holidayAnnual bonusPension schemeLife AssurancePrivate health care                                           Company car/ car allowance and fuel card       #MorrisonEnergyServices #LI-LP1 #LI-OnsiteAbout The CompanyM Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued