Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. We value everyone's contributions equally 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 support your ambitions outside of work.

Description:

We have opportunities for security cleared Senior Commercial Managers at all levels to join our expanding Scotland team. We support our clients in delivering programmes in the Defence, Real Estate, and Infrastructure sectors across Scotland.

Our roles suit individuals with broad commercial management experience including procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, industry practices, transformation and change, efficiencies, innovative contractual arrangements, contract management, tendering processes, analysis, and stakeholder management.

This role involves hybrid working, with time in our office and at least two days per week on client sites.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing on-site commercial support to Multi-Disciplinary Teams.
• Assisting with audit and cost verification activities, including close-out of Task Orders of Defined Cost.
• Preparing field change Cost Advice for the Area.
• Ensuring compliant management of scope change; validating and recording Compensation Events (CEs) in CEMAR.
• Supporting and fostering a positive Nuclear Safety Culture (NSC).

Desirable skills and experience:

• Understanding issues faced in Defence & Security sectors.
• Experience with high-profile, complex procurement projects.
• Experience in complex defence procurements, major capital projects, or similar industries.

Key responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborating with project management to ensure successful delivery, balancing risk and solutions.
• Managing critical milestones and contractual obligations.
• Processing changes, variations, and compensation events in line with commercial interests.
• Interpreting contracts and managing correspondence and obligations.
• Managing relationships with contractors during delivery.
• Ensuring timely contract delivery within mandates.
• Driving governance and preparing stakeholder presentations.
• Developing processes for contract and claims management.
• Experience with NEC or Framework Contracts.
• Participating in or hosting training sessions.

Qualifications:

• UK MoD Security Cleared or eligible to attain clearance.
• Degree-level education.
• Proven contract administration success.
• Understanding of procurement, performance measurement, risk, change, and claims management.
• Experience in regulated environments.
• Membership or progression towards membership of RICS or CICES.
• Knowledge of UK Regulatory Framework.
• Experience as a Senior Commercial Manager in large projects, preferably in defence, nuclear, or similar sectors.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and contract management software like CEMAR.
• Ability to facilitate audits and verify costs.
• Decision-making within delegated authority and workload prioritization skills.
• Experience with joint ventures or alliances is desirable.
• Collaborative behaviors and supply chain engagement skills.

Contract and Cost Management:

Manage the contract lifecycle, ensure compliance, mitigate risks, control changes, and maintain cost transparency and integrity.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join us to work on innovative projects like Sizewell C, London's Heathrow, and eco-friendly mosques. We support a diverse, inclusive culture with flexible working, training, and career growth opportunities. Our goal is to create a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerate cities across the UK.

Security Clearance:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting. Do not mention current or previous security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through flexible policies, employment networks, and equal opportunity practices.

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Worker Type: Employee | Job Type: Regular

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