CONSTRUCTION / BUILDING / ENGINEERING
Job Description
Job Purpose and Scope:
· To safeguard the financial and commercial interests of the project by managing and controlling commercial risk, income and expenditure
· Commercial & financial management of assigned building works packages (medium to high-value) through procurement to final account
· Contributing to the delivery of the project in a timely, efficient, sustainable and safe manner whilst achieving commercial targets
· Meeting client expectations and enhancing the reputation of the business
· Management and supervision of Assistant Commercial Managers as the project progresses.
· Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain and develop relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Key Tasks and Activities:
· Understand and apply commercial & financial procedures and reporting systems
· Maintains detailed prelim forecasts and actual costs and intervenes were negative trends identified
· Report accurately to the monthly forecast final account
· Demonstrates a clear understanding of the relationship between cost, value and profit
· Manages cash flow to the benefit of the project and business
· Supports the Project Manager to manage project risk and opportunities
· Manages the change process in accordance with the contract
· Demonstrates skills in the avoidance and defence of claims
· Buys robust packages demonstrating an understanding of package interfaces
· Applies framework agreements effectively where appropriate to maximise discounts and rebates
· Develops a procurement strategy in conjunction with supply chain services
Dimensions (skills, experience and capabilities):
· Quantity Surveying Degree or Construction related degree
· Must have commercial experience on projects in excess of SGD $100M in value
· Experience of working for a Main Contractor as a Commercial Manager.
· Experience with tendering subcontract works packages of medium to high value.
· Good understanding of building technology / construction methods