Overview

Join AtkinsRéalis as an Intermediate Commercial Manager. Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, delivering some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. We offer a genuinely collaborative environment where everyone's contributions are recognised while delivering excellence together. Flexible and remote working are central to our culture; talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work.

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. We have opportunities for security cleared Commercial Managers at all levels to join our expanding Scotland team. We support clients delivering programmes in Defence, Real Estate, and Infrastructure across Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiation of main contracts throughout the lifecycle of project development and execution.
• Work alongside the project management team to ensure successful project delivery, balancing risk with commercially and contractually viable solutions.
• Overview of critical milestones, assessing and managing in line with contractual obligations.
• Direct and process change, compensation events / variations on the project in compliance with the client’s commercial interests.
• Provide interpretation of contracts, process correspondence with parties of the Contract, and monitor the delivery of contractual obligations.
• Manage the commercial relationship and communication with contractors during the delivery stage, sustaining close dialogue to ensure issues are dealt with proactively.
• Ensure timely delivery of the contract within the set mandate.
• Drive governance processes and required presentation material towards different stakeholders and decision bodies such as the Steering Committee.
• Contribute to further developing processes regarding contract and claims management.
• NEC or Framework Contract experience.
• Participate or host informal and formal training sessions with AtkinsRéalis teams and practices.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified and preferably CIPS or MRICS qualified/or equivalent (or working towards).
• A degree in quantity surveying and commercial management, equivalent discipline, or experience.
• Previous experience managing subcontract packages from inception to final accounting.
• Understanding of take-offs from working drawings, specifications, and walk-through-build (WTB).
• Working knowledge of NEC forms of contract (especially Option B and A).
• Working knowledge of the application of Schedule of Rates (SoR), and Method of Measurement (MoM).
• Ability to work collaboratively and integrate into multi-disciplinary teams or work independently.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in preparing cost estimates and comparisons.
• Independent working with minimum supervision.
• Essential experience as a Commercial Manager.
• Proven track record in large-scale projects, leading teams with a “can do” attitude, preferably in defence, nuclear or similar regulated sectors.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts and contract management software (CEMAR).
• Experience in facilitating client audits of Defined Cost and providing record/cost verification.
• Ability to make decisions within delegated authority and prioritise team workload.
• Experience working in a joint ventures/alliance environment is desirable.

Why AtkinsRéalis?

AtkinsRéalis offers a digital-enabled approach that transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, with opportunities for career growth, training programmes, and flexible working. Our inclusive culture prioritises diversity, health, and happiness while offering more responsibility and interesting projects from Sizewell C to Heathrow and beyond.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, the vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of five years or longer. If applying to this role please do not reference any current or previously held security clearance in conversation or in your application or CV.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. We offer flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.