Degree qualified (BSc / MSc) professionally recognised (MRICS / FRICS) who has reached senior professional level in project delivery of large projects, 10+ years of experience, preferably similar to this client / consultant project / role.
Expert in reviewing, understanding and applying contacts and framework agreements.
Experience in drafting contract particulars and appendices, compiling tender documents, tender negotiations, analysis and recommendations, negotiating contract conditions etc.
Capable of reviewing existing operations within an organisation through all the project pre and post contract phases (processes and procedures in both office and site).
Conversant with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) design stages, especially RIBA Stages 2 to 6.
Assessing both the strengths and weaknesses and assisting in compiling a bespoke set of process and procedures of all the activities including but not limited to quality, progress, commercial matters, contractual matters, value, safety, design and construction.
An experienced Commercial / Contracts Manager with a demonstrable track record in the delivery of large multi-functional projects.
Strong negotiation and claims experience on major projects.
Proven commercial / contractual acumen.
Management of contractual correspondence, provide advice on and draft appropriate responses.
Knowledge of project controls (especially change management) procedures.
A "rounded profile", comfortable with planning, analysis and managing process and commercial considerations. The successful candidate should also be able to drive for a successful delivery.
Effective in building good working relationships within complex structures both within projects, with clients and internally.
A minimum of 5 years' experience working in USA, Canada or Western European Countries, and a further 5 years' experience working in the Middle East, is preferable.
Assess and evaluate independent Consultants appointed by the client, review and report on compliance with their contractual terms and obligations.
Asses and evaluate AtkinsRéalis compliance with their own contractual terms and obligations and provide recommendations for and oversee improvements.
Whilst reporting direct to the Commercial Director for PDO, shall integrate with and fully support the PDO team, as well as the PMC's'as / where applicable, w