Project Controls Commercial Manager

Overview

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients'' problems head-on. It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. We offer flexible and remote working as a central part of our culture, with options such as reduced weeks and buying more leave over school holidays. If you’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us. AtkinsRealis has a vision to shape the future through Safety, Integrity, Collaboration and Innovation. We are the first to achieve BIM level 2 accreditation.AtkinsRealis UK Transportation brings together Rail, Highway and Local Transport capabilities into a single business of 3,000 engineering professionals, transport planners and consultants. We aim to be the leading UK transportation infrastructure consultancy and foster a culture that inspires our people, enables collaboration with clients and shapes the future of mobility.To leverage our potential and meet growth, we seek a high-performing individual who thinks differently, acts smart and finds new ways to approach the market. As a member of the commercial practice, you will inspire and motivate a high-performing team, develop individuals, and meet business revenue and growth targets.Responsibilities

Be the Projects Control and Commercial Manager with extensive experience in the detailed planning of large, complex transportation projects.Provide comprehensive Project Controls and Commercial support to project teams and the client; report to the Project Controls and Commercial Director.Ensure best practice contract management and cost control on projects you and the wider team work on.Deliver project requirements around earned value, change management and forecasting; agree progress methodology; submit project actuals with the contractor; produce EV reports for monthly business reviews.Work with Senior colleagues to sustain operating policies, procedures and processes; ensure proper application by the commercial team for risk, planning and cost management activities.Manage the change management process on the project; chair or facilitate project-level change forums; escalate change papers requiring approvals; ensure judgments are enacted within change control tools.Support the Project Director/Project Manager with specialist advice to resolve delays, issues and challenges.Integrate schedule, cost, quality and risk to drive expedient project delivery.Lead cost/project reporting, ensure quality and robustness; compile and present monthly project review packs to the Project Lead and senior stakeholders.Interpret monthly data to support prompt decision making.Coordinate multiple contributors to conduct change impact assessments and support Programme Management in driving best-for-programme decisions.Set objectives for individuals, review performance, conduct appraisals and provide ongoing feedback.Undertake self-assessment of procedural compliance and share lessons learned within the Project Controls and Commercial community.Support the Project Controls and Commercial Director in meetings to deliver market and strategy insights to client senior commercial teams.Qualifications and What you can bring

Experience in a Commercial role within large, complex infrastructure or construction projects, preferably with a formal professional Project Management qualification.Proficient in EVM processes and their application on construction projects; able to lead on cost, risk, change management activities, and reporting.Knowledge of transport, major infrastructure or construction projects (under NEC Contracts), including client and consultation processes.Ability to manage stakeholders and information flow in a matrix environment; capable of working across business areas and with senior management; provide specialist advice as required.Experience leading and motivating a team within a large-scale project environment.Attention to detail with the ability to solve complex problems and mitigate risks.Knowledge of public sector policies, processes and procedures and associated political impacts.Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We create new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You’ll work with top industry professionals, solving challenges that blend traditional engineering and new technologies. You’ll help us improve environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of in the UK of 5 years or longer. Please do not mention any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community, offering family-friendly and inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.#LI-UK #LI-ATKINS #LI-TransportationWorker TypeEmployeeJob TypeRegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives, believing world-class talent gains from diversity and ..... full job details .....