Job Introduction
Landmarc is a joint venture of Mitie, the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company and Amentum, a leading provider of global mission services to the U.S. Government.
We work in partnership with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), part of the Ministry of Defence, to manage and operate the UK Defence Training Estate, which covers around 120 locations across all four nations: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Our primary responsibility is to enable our servicemen and women to train safely and deploy on operations. This is integral to the security of our nation; underpinned by the maintenance of safe and secure defence infrastructure.
We are looking to recruit a Commercial Manager to join our team in the South East, as the Commercial Manager you will be responsible for the Commercial Management of the South East NTEP region, Quantity Surveying roles for additional works and supporting finance management within the South East. You will support the Commerical Department to effectively and efficiently manage the commercial operation of the contract.
This exciting opportunity will be based from our offices at Longmoor Camp in Liss, there is an element of hybrid working available, although we would expect you to be in the office at least three days per week, as regular customer contact is required in this role.
Main Responsibility
Responsible for all aspects of the commercial management of the “Additional Works” process including but not limited to: Rough Order of Cost review and approval, Statement of Need Review, Procurement strategy for agreed programmes (FASP), tender management, preparation of commercial elements of firm price proposals including risk management, commercial contract management including variations and ensuring payments are tailored to minimise negative cash flow, within a quasi-NEC3 environment.
Support the implementation and management of Framework contracts through establishing appropriate contracts, monitoring performance and rebates.
Support the supply chain management processes and service ensuring that the supply chain is fit for purpose for contract delivery.
Responsible for the regional Early Warning and Contract Risk Management processes including but not limited to: management of the regional risk register, attending meetings and managing actions.
Support the process for Compensation Events and Changes to Core Contract price through the preparation of supporting data including the drafting of proposals as appropriate.
Provide data and reports on Financial and Commercial matters appertaining to the Region, as required to all relevant stakeholders.
Provide commercial advice, guidance and support to the Regional Operations Manager and contract delivery staff, drive good Commercial practice within the region and delegate for the Regional Operations Manager as necessary.
Support the implementation of the internal audit programme and provide feedback on the effectiveness of business processes and recommend improvements.
Support the collation of data for additional recoverable costs.
Support the Additional Works process and provide management reporting as required to relevant stakeholders including the management of accruals/ forecasts and outturn, liaising with Finance team as required.
Ensure compliance with the Internal Control Document.
The Ideal Candidate
Knowledge of QS theories and techniques gained through a Level 6 qualification or equivalent and proven experience.
Knowledge of cost management processes in the construction/facilities management environment.
Knowledge of management theories and techniques gained through a Level 4 qualification such as NVQ in a Business Management/People Management or equivalent and proven experience.
Knowledge of contract and common law
Knowledge of building construction, services and statutory regulations
Knowledge of H&S gained through IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent and proven experience including CDM
Knowledge of project work and the practicalities of delivery.
Detailed knowledge of the New Engineering Contract (NEC) forms of contract.
Competent IT skills including cost management software, MS suite including Project
Package Description
Landmarc will provide you with a competitive salary, in addition to this we also offer the following main benefits, amongst many others:
Pension
Landmarc offers all employees an opportunity to join the company stakeholder pension scheme, where the company will contribute up to 8% of the employee’s salary
Holiday
Employees are entitled to 25 days pro rata during each year of employment plus public holidays. 3 extra discretionary days are normally given in addition to annual leave allowances at Christmas
Annual leave allowance will increase in recognition of your continued service
Holiday purchase – purchase up to 10 more days holiday to use throughout the year
Other benefits
Edenred – Employee Discount scheme
Tusker – Salary sacrifice car scheme
Annual salary review, in consultation with the recognised Trade Unions
Life assurance insured for three times your annual salary, to help the loved ones that are left behind
Reimbursement of professional fees and on-going training
Family friendly policy
Sick pay
About the Company
Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE). This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi-million pound projects to improve vital training assets.
By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.