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London, London, England, United Kingdom | Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Overview
This is a permanent role for a Commercial Manager within the AtkinsRéalis Rail Systems business.
The successful candidate will have experience within a contractor or consultancy environment, preferably within the UK rail sector, with experience of public sector procurement processes and must understand how to deliver a 'best for programme' approach, balancing risk, opportunity and financial returns within project delivery.
The successful candidate will report to the Commercial Operations Director and will become an integral member of a growing commercial team.
AtkinsRéalis are the largest consultancy in the UK Rail market, with ambitions to grow further in the next few years.
Due to several framework wins and an expansion of workload, we are looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join the team to oversee a mix of contracts including collaborative alliances and project frameworks, with individual projects typically ranging from £15m to £100m.
Current contracts include the Southern Renewals Enterprise and the National TCSF framework with Network Rail, as well as projects in Northern Ireland.
This is an opportunity for a talented and ambitious individual to join a business with an expanding project portfolio in a busy area of capital spend in the Rail sector. It will suit someone who excels in driving growth, cultivating client relationships, and delivering results.
What we do:
The Rail Systems business operates as its own P&L business, delivering D&B contracting to UK&I rail clients, specialising in the design, construction, testing, and commissioning of rail systems projects; primarily serving as a Principal Contractor for Network Rail.
We recognise the importance and benefits of helping our employees balance work and home life and we offer flexible working arrangements. We operate flexibly across multiple UK offices and hybrid working is also an option.
Your role
- Ensure successful bidding and delivery of commercial performance within a range of contracts / projects, safeguarding the interests of the business.
- Relationship management with clients and JV/enterprise/alliance partners.
- Lead Commercial support on and delivery on projects and be an integral member of the Commercial team, supporting the achievement of the business objectives and KPI's.
- Effective contract administration and change management processes in accordance with contractual requirements and obligations.
- Support the resolution of claims and disputes.
- Manage suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure commercial protection and procedural compliance.
- Present commercially on behalf of the project at governance reviews.
- Review and negotiate proposed main and sub-contract terms and conditions, managing risk to the business and any escalated approvals.
- Support strategic bids in negotiations and dialogue with clients and contractors, and to ensure contracts are executed in line with group requirements.
- Promote compliance with the AtkinsRéalis governance processes and procedures, and support Stage Gate approvals.
- Support the development and delivery of Commercial Guidance and Training.
- Effectively coach and support junior Commercial staff to enable growth and development.
Location
Various locations
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-137909
Salary range
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About you
- Appropriate Degree and/or appropriate professional qualification (RICS, CICES).
- Hands on Commercial manager from a contractor or consultancy background, with strong Commercial acumen.
- Familiarity with common Forms of Contract, including the NEC Contract Suite (NEC4 contract knowledge is desirable).
- Experience in commercially managing subcontractors.
- Customer facing experience with a "win-win" philosophy and "can-do" attitude.
- Sector experience – Rail is preferred but other backgrounds will be considered.
- Good understanding of client behaviours and drivers in a capital project environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Capable of working independently as well as demonstrating strong teamwork, leadership, and collaborative skills.
- Commensurate IT skills.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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