Commercial Consultancy Manager - Ministry of Justice

Commercial Consultancy Manager - Ministry of Justice

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in April subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

The project:

Working as part of Mace's multi-disciplinary team for the Ministry of Justice's estate delivery partner to deliver their expansive programme across their estate portfolio. The commercial manager shall work with and integrate with the wider programme delivery teams and contribute to commercial, procurement, contract administration, preconstruction and delivery stage activity. To perform the role, you will take responsibility for end to end service delivery, often with respect to large and complex commissions. To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of a value-added commercial management service.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
• You will possess advanced technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will direct preparation of contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses to achieve formal execution by appropriate parties.
• You will proactively identify costing associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges, and present these to clients.
• Manage and build relationships with suppliers, monitoring and reporting their performance and compliance.
• Prepare recommendations for interim payments to suppliers in accordance with contract requirements and produce payment certificates for sign off by the appropriate Project Manager.
• Provide post contract award commercial services for both 'goods' and 'services' up to and including Final Account.
• Maintain financial impact assessments for instructed change.
• Negotiate on financial impacts of Compensation Events with suppliers.
• Maintain the project data sets to achieve consistency, accuracy and alignment.
• Assist cost and expenditure planning/benchmarking in accordance with client process.
• Support cost management, trending estimating and forecasting to the project.
• Analyse cost performance data and provide relevant input for monthly performance reports.
• Support management of budget and spend profiles continually identifying ways to improve cost performance.
• Manage the impact of inflation currencies and exchanges into forecasting and aligned with tracking indices.
• Carry out cost impact analysis of proposed changes to scope/schedule.
• Assist project managers in the preparation of cost reports and analysis on a Work Breakdown Structure /Activity basis, identifying areas of learning and any recommendations for efficiency improvement.

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.
• You will work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice.
• You will lead cost consultants to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures.

You'll need to have:

• Proven experience working in the construction sector and managing projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of standard forms of contract.
• Knowledge of one or more of key management disciplines including risk management, value management and programme development and monitoring.
• Acknowledgement of responsibilities and acceptance of ownership.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in creating, managing and maintaining relationships.

You'll also have:

• Previous experience of working on large schemes, delivering multiple packages of work from design through to completion.
• Ability to demonstrate you understand the importance of service excellence and stakeholder engagement.
• A degree in a relevant construction related qualification.
• A construction background, ideally in project management or commercial management.

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