Reference:
SKPSR/PrCo/38
Sector:
Change & Digital Transformation, Development and Integration
Salary:
£700 Per Day
Benefits:
Hybrid Working
Town/City:
Hybrid - London/York
Contract Type:
Contract
Closing Date:
11/04/2025
Role: Programme Commercial Manager
Contracting Authority: Transport Sector
Contract Length: 6 Months
Location: Hybrid – London/York
IR35: Inside
Pay Rate: Up to £700 per day
Clearance: DBS
An exciting opportunity has become available with our prestigious client who is a prominent government department. The client is seeking an experienced Programme Commercial Manager to join their welcoming team.
The Programme Commercial Manager Role:
1. Functionally responsible for all the commercial management work. Agree with Programme Director the contract strategy for all projects in their area to facilitate timely and efficient implementation
2. Develop and deploy a robust Commercial Strategy for the management and control of the Programme. This will include development of a work packaging strategy together with plans for effective cost management
3. Develop a Procurement Strategy for the Programme, including the processes for the selection of suitable Contractors and Consultants. Agree with the Programme Director the appropriate supplier engagement model for each work package in the Programme. Compliance with the procurement act
4. Lead the management and resolution of legal and/or commercial disputes in own area of expertise in conjunction with Functional commercial management and the Programme Director
5. Confirm that all Financial and Commercial reports produced by the Programme are clear and accurate
6. Check that all Financial variances are investigated and reported accurately to the Programme Finance Director and Programme Director, with appropriate mitigation plans
7. Continuously monitor, review and improve the programme financial and commercial strategies in the interests of the Programme
8. Confirm that appropriate financial budget and authority is in place for all packages in the Programme. Maintain compliance with Investment Regulations
9. Establish appropriate control and audit regimes to achieve adherence to the organisation's procedures and company standards
10. Manage the deployment of commercial resources within the Programme and arrange additional support if needed
11. Mobilise Estimating and Risk Management support for Programme activities as required
What the Programme Commercial Manager Will Need:
- Essential to have rail experience within the last 3-4 years
- Knowledge of the use and application of railway and / or construction industry conditions of contract
- Educated to degree level or equivalent and professional qualification
- Experienced staff manager and negotiator
- Demonstrate experience of resolution of construction contract disputes and robust post contract management
- Relevant railway and/or construction experience
- Knowledge of railway commercial contract management and estimating
- Demonstrable experience of actively building internal and external networks and partnering across functions and boundaries
- Demonstrable experience of coaching and addressing team and individual capability requirements
- Demonstrable experience of assessing the impact of decisions on customers, with consideration of value for money and business priorities
- Experience of the management and review of contractor’s interim and final accounts
Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Interviews will take place this week, so please apply immediately to be considered for this exciting contract opportunity.
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