About Us
Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We hold 50+ years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 20,000 people.
In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators.
The role will be working as a Commercial Manager (Change Lead) to work within the AnthroJV (Egis & VVB Engineering) Commercial Team, with a specific focus to lead on Commercial Management of Change, value engineering, optioneering, mitigation strategies measures and controls at our HS2 Old Oak Common project.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and ideally have worked on major UK rail projects.
About the Role
This role is based in London on site 4 days a week.
The role is an integral part of the project Commercial team and will manage and lead the Commercial Management Change process working closely and collaboratively with the wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams. The Commercial Manager (Change Lead) will hold key responsibilities associated with the commercial and financial success of the project, ensuring that all Change, value engineering and optioneering related opportunities are maximised and secured including full agreement with upstream Client Stakeholders.
In the role you will be working in the rail and infrastructure sector.
Key responsibilities:
NEC3 Option C Contract management and administration.
Commercial reporting associated with change management.
Establish and manage entitlement, with key focus on gaining full entitlement under the terms of the Subcontract.
Measurement and Compensation Event Quotation development and pricing through to formal Quotation submission.
Assessment of change impacts against the program.
Development, management, and reporting of project Change metrics and dashboards.
Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s Commercial and/or project team.
Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
Advise and assisting the Commercial, Technical and Construction Delivery teams with the implementation of the commercial procedures and reporting to ensure compliance with AnthroJV contract requirements.
Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues.
Ideally you will have a track record of managing and developing a commercial team and ideally will be a Chartered Member or Fellow of the RICS, ICES or CIOB, and a mentor/role model to other commercial staff on their journey to becoming professionally qualified.
Manage and lead all Change Management meetings.
Manage and lead relevant Risk Reduction meetings.
Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams.
As required by AJV Commercial Project Director, manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works.
As required by AJV Commercial Project Director, support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules.
Mentor apprentices and support emerging talent programmes and initiatives.
What do we need from you
Essential:
Degree qualified or equivalent in construction commercial management.
Experience working on major complex building and MEP works.
Must have excellent NEC3 Option C Contract knowledge and experience.
Have experience in managing others and working in large teams.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Collaborative approach to both internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent verbal & written skills at a technical level.
Must have both claims and dispute resolution working experience.
Must have a good experience of UK law.
Must have both good presentation and excel skills.
Be able to motivate others and provide training where necessary.
Flexible, ‘can do’ attitude in a fast-paced environment with a hands-on approach.
What's in it for you:
By joining Egis, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements.
- 27 days’ annual leave rising 1 day a year (up to 29 days a year) on top of bank holidays
- Annual Bonus bonus, depending on your level
- Private medical insurance For you and your family
- Life Assurance Bereavement Support Service
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers with Specsavers
- Travel Loans
- Mobile Phone
- Healthcare – Individual or family based on employee level
- Workplace Nursery Scheme
- Electric Car Scheme
- Training & Development
What's in it for you?
Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
