Commercial and Contract Lead - Associate Director

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
Reporting to the Delivery Director, this role will lead on the contractual and commercial management for the associated projects.
Due to the strict security requirements, candidates must be a UK National and will need to progress through security clearance.
You’ll be responsible for:* Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy.

• Good understanding of the UK regulatory framework.


• Developing contract administration manuals, processes and procedures.


• Understand and align to the contract management standards, assuring that these comply with the selected T\&Cs in their chosen contract suite.


• Assure that there is full compliance with the Contract Management standards and contractual terms and conditions in the execution of the contract administration activities.


• Manage commercial relationships and ways of working with Contractors and/or Consultants to ensure continuous improvement in the delivery of works and services.


• Manage contractual negotiations and provide guidance to Project Manager and/or Services Manager, where necessary.


• Manage Change through the internal Change Management process and governance.


• Review and acceptance of subcontractors and acceptance of subcontract documents in line with the contract.


• Certification of payments including an assessment of Defined Costs for Option C, E and F contracts.


• Review forecasts prepared by the contractor (or consultants) and assess the pain share or gainshare due to the contractor in respect of Option C, or D contracts.


• Undertake delay damages calculations if required.


• Establish category/programme contract management strategies, and review and approve individual contract management strategies.


• Manage KPI’s in incentive schedules within NEC Contracts and review contractor’s performance against these.


• Manage defects process in accordance with NEC.


• Review contractors and/or Consultant’s compensation event applications, review of quotations for compensation events and subsequent assessments thereof and early warning notifications.


• When required, review the application for payment to ensure alignment with the contractually agreed terms and conditions.

You’ll need to have:* Passion driven \- Sense of belonging, aligned to vision and programme ideology.

• Act inclusively, treating all with respect and driving diverse thinking \- Open minded and act inclusively.


• Delivering excellence \- Outcome driven, identifying opportunities


• Integrity \- Complimentary and collaborative.


• Embed and embrace culture of health, safety and wellbeing with safety at the heart of everything we do.


• Safeguarding and protecting the planet \- Adopting a sustainable approach, making the right decisions to protect our world.


• Project\-life balance \- Happiness.


• Challenging the status quo in pursuit of a better future \- Best in class and ahead of the curve, open to change.


• Value led approach \- Driven by future needs, bringing a better solution.


• Ever evolving \- Sustainable economically/people perspective.


• Qualified to a degree level or equivalent experience and membership of appropriate professional body.


• Practical working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts.


• Extensive experience of Contract Management on major programmes.


• Proven experience of managing process plant and equipment contracts.


• Experience of working in a fast\-moving project environment essential.


• Previous experience of working in a highly regulated industry such as the nuclear sector.

Our values
Safety first \- Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus \- Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity \- Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity \- For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with\-in the role.
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