Commercial Manager

Yolk Recruitment Public Sector and Not-for-Profit is thrilled to be selected as the Specialist Recruitment partner for Valleys to Coast to appoint a self-motivated Commercial Manager with a passion for driving value, improving efficiency, and delivering exceptional results.

The Opportunity:

As Valleys to Coast's Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all their construction activities are cost-effective, high-quality, and delivered on time. You'll be working closely with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to make commercially sound decisions that drive the success of projects across Valleys to Coast and Llanw. From leading tender processes to managing contracts and guiding the procurement process, you will ensure that every stage of our construction projects runs smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial strategy for their small works project teams, developing cost structures and ensuring value for money.
• Manage contracts and monitor performance across construction activities, ensuring top-tier quality and compliance.
• Provide expert commercial advice and direction to colleagues on all aspects of construction procurement, from tendering to contract management.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure projects are completed on budget, on time, and exceed customer expectations.
• Lead negotiations, resolve disputes, and ensure that all Health & Safety requirements are met across all projects.
• Support the development of future project budgets and cost estimates by building a comprehensive cost library.
• Continuously review contractor performance and ensure we work with the best partners to achieve outstanding results.

Experience Required:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management and RICS membership, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in managing construction projects, especially in the housing repair sector.
• In-depth knowledge of various construction contracts (JCT Measured Term, Intermediate and Minor Works forms) and the ability to produce accurate cost estimates and tenders.
• Have an understanding of Welsh Government Welsh Housing Quality Standards.
• Strong project management experience, with a knack for balancing competing priorities and achieving results on time and within budget.
• A proactive, commercial mindset with excellent numeracy, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Benefits:

Be part of a values-driven organisation that fosters growth and development with some fantastic benefits to include -

• Hybrid and flexible working: 9 day fortnight and early finish on a Friday
• Annual leave: 25 days increasing by 1 day for every completed year up to a maximum of 5 days plus bank holidays
• Competitive Pension: SHPs - Valleys to Coast contribute 3% more than you each month (minimum contribution where you pay 4%, V2C pay 7%; maximum contribution where you pay 6%, V2C pay 9%)
• Recognition events and thousands of retail discounts
• Health care cash plan to help you pay for essential health bills, as well as providing you with 24-hour access to GP advice, counselling and more.

Application Process:

Please note, Yolk Recruitment are managing this recruitment campaign.

For a confidential discussion and to access the full job description before applying, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment.

To apply, please submit your CV to Hannah Welfoot by 23:59 Friday, 24th January 2025.

Interviews will be held in person in Bridgend week commencing 3rd February 2025.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.