Operations Director – Commercial Consultancy

Job title:

Operations Director – Commercial Consultancy

Company

Mace Group

Job description

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 .Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.The project:The commercial manager is responsible for working with the management team to review our work for compliance with the terms and conditions of prime and subcontracts, assisting in negotiating the terms and conditions of contracts, and documenting and agreeing to changes or amendments that may arise during the implementation or execution or other project duties as delegated by the project manager. The senior commercial manager, working with the project manager is responsible for staffing and commercial management implementation on the projects they are assigned. Senior commercial manager will provide guidance and assistance to project executives and project managers on contract matters.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 be the relationship owner and primary contact for Mace executive team engagement, and responsible for ensuring efficient governance to achieve our strategic priorities.

• You will be responsible for key client relationship management, and converting the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.

Integrity – Always do the right thing:

• You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.

• You will directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.

• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

• You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.

• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.

• You will provide expert technical advice and leadership support to Delivery Teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Trains and mentors other commercial managers.

• Supervises other commercial managers.

• Manages a portfolio of projects and manages commercial managers on those projects.

• Implements company processes for commercial management and adjusts processes for specific project needs.

• Manages or collaborates with a project team consisting of schedulers, project analysts, document control manager, project accountants and project/commercial management coordinators. May perform these functions on smaller projects.

• Implements procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy.

• Administers on-going contracts, including compliance with the contract documents for conformance such that the requirements of the contracts are implemented and maintained.

• Assists in drafting of subcontracts for architecture, engineering and specialty services.

• Administers current prime contract and flow down to subcontractors, task orders and modifications.

• Administers and oversees contract performance by monitoring compliance documents, schedules and deliverables and requirements.

• Reviews contract documents to minimize conflicts and ambiguities.

• Assists in administering the project risk register.

• Assists in contract awareness and change order training for key project staff.

• Prepares correspondence and maintains records necessary to document the effective administration of contractual matters.

• Makes amendments to contractual documents as required.

• Reviews warranties, bonds, insurances, guarantees, etc. are maintained and updated in accordance with the contract and are in compliance with the client’s requirements.

• Assists project controls with respect to contractual implications of change orders, quality control.

• Assists in monitoring schedule for submission of deliverables and other contractual deliverables and certifications.

• Understands intricacies of major project delivery types and associated contracts.

• Trains others in relation to commercial risks

• Prepares weekly and monthly reports as required.

• Collaborates with other business group commercial managers as requested to implement enterprise-wide alignment and delivery of commercial management services.

50% travel may be required depending on the needs of the projects.You’ll need to have:

• Experience in architecture/engineering, Design-Build, P3, project management, construction, project controls and/or staff leadership or equivalent.

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, business, law or equivalent.

• Working knowledge of architecture/engineering/construction industry contracting practices in the country(ies) the senior commercial manager works in, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, policies, procedures and work practices.

• Working knowledge of project controls, project management, and project estimating software tools such as: Primavera 6 (P6), e-Builder, Quick Base or Primavera Unifier.

• Experience in development of fee estimates, drafting contracts, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling.

• Experience in claims which may include claims defense, claim production, claim negotiation/resolution, and claim prevention.

• Ability to work well in a high performing team structure in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience and/or working knowledge of negotiation of contracts for architecture/engineering projects.

• A positive professional reputation as one who can deliver quality, cost effective projects.

• Self-starter; good communication and people skills.

• Must be committed to quality and improvement and promoting Mace’s values.

You’ll also have:

• Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).

• Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent) and moving towards fellowship, or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.

• Comprehensive bidding and business development experience.

• Strong commercial and financial acumen.

• Sound knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.

• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.

• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.

• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

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 organization.#LI-HybridQualifications.

Expected salary

Location

New York City, NY

Job date

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:37:01 GMT

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