Purpose of the Role
To take full ownership of the commercial function on construction projects from procurement through to final account, ensuring effective cost control, contractual compliance, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
Project Commercial Management
- Take full responsibility for project cost control from award to final account
- Develop and manage:
- Budgets
- Cashflows
- Forecasts
- Cost-to-complete
- Compile and present monthly commercial reports to senior management
Subcontractor & Procurement Management
- Oversee subcontractor procurement and tender adjudication
- Manage subcontractor appointments and commercial terms
- Negotiate rates, variations, and final accounts
Payment & Certification
- Review and approve subcontractor payment certificates
- Manage retention, materials on site, and contra-charges
- Ensure all payments align with project progress and JBCC requirements
Claims, Variations & EOTs
- Prepare and manage:
- Variations
- Delay and disruption claims
- Extension of Time (EOT) cost implications
- Ensure all claims are well-supported and contractually compliant
Contract Administration (JBCC)
- Maintain:
- Change registers
- Early warning notices
- Instruction logs
- Commercial correspondence
- Safeguard the company’s contractual position at all times
Systems & Reporting
- Utilise CCS Candy for:
- Cost control
- Valuations
- Forecasting
- Reconcile system data with site progress and financial reporting
Team Leadership
- Mentor and manage Junior QS staff
- Review measurements, payment certificates, and claim submissions