Mace
Senior Commercial Consultancy Manager (Utilities Sector)
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Cost Manager – Incentivisation & Contract Administration
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
About the Role
You’ll oversee critical contract and commercial administration aspects for suppliers, sub-contractors, and project finances.
Responsibilities
- Administer contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Manage incentivisation arrangements as needed.
- Provide regular cash flow forecasts of expenditure.
- Report monthly expenditure against Incentive Targets.
- Lead the change management process, consulting with other functions to assess changes and project out-turn risks.
- Produce a monthly consolidated project-wide cost/expenditure report.
- Manage the monthly valuation process.
- Handle contractor and supplier claims, including adjudication and settlement recommendations.
- Oversee finalisation of contractor accounts and contract close-out.
- Manage all consultant/supplier/contractor instructions, ensuring signatures from approved parties.
- Administer financial contingencies within project packages, ensuring allowances reflect the current programme.
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Requirements
Essential
- Experience in a cost/commercial consultancy practice in a similar role.
- Proven track record on large-scale projects in the water sector.
- Specialist knowledge of NEC contract management.
- Skills in cost planning, budgeting, and estimating.
- Experience in risk management.
- Strong contract administration expertise, including advice and execution.
- Familiarity with value engineering and life cycle costing.
- Deep understanding of industry best practice.
- Awareness of current trends, e.g. sustainability, social value, carbon reduction, and their impact on public sector projects.
- Ability to deliver Capex vs. Opex cost analysis/advice.
- Degree in quantity surveying/cost management or equivalent.
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Desirable
- NEC PM Accreditation.
Our Values
- Safety First: Championing a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment where wellbeing matters.
- Client Focus: Delivering quality work, achieving strategic outcomes, and building long-term client relationships.
- Integrity: Aligning with compliance obligations and driving positive industry change.
- Create Opportunity: Cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, empowering employees to excel.
Working Environment
Mace is an inclusive employer; applicants from all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. Even if you don’t meet all criteria, you could still be the right fit. The role may also accommodate part-time, flexible, or hybrid working, where feasible.
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