Delivering innovative solutions in infrastructure, energy, and water projects across the UK.
Leads commercial team to manage change, contracts and risks in large construction projects.
24 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Plymouth, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Water
Energy
Defence
Road
Rail
Integrated Transport
Nuclear
Role
Description
change management
change tracking
cost estimation
change board
data reporting
stakeholder liaison
Assistance to Commercial team on NEC change implementation where required.
Compilation & Management of Change forms and Trackers to record Change and Budget status across Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).
Production and circulation of Project Supply Chain Change Tracker to various parties to allow effective visibility of change movements across the CBS.
Responsible for administration of the Supply Chain Change Management Process.
Liaison with Project Controls department to provide supporting data for Head Contract Change Management process.
Liaison with Project Controls team to provide supporting change forms for the separate Work Instruction Form (WIF) process.
Estimation of Change Value and Budgets to present to Change Board for 2 stage approval.
Organisation & attendance of Project Supply Chain Change Boards to facilitate Change sign-off.
Supply of change data to support monthly Project reporting as required.
Liaison with PM’s & Planners to estimate impact of Change on Project accepted programme.
Liaison with the project Commercial team and Supply chain to manage approval and communication of Project Change in accordance with the Change Management Process.
Requirements
mcips
cemar
nec4
mod
leadership
negotiation
World Commerce and Contracting (WCC) (previously IACCM) or MCIPS qualifications are highly desirable.
Educated to degree level with relevant degree (ideally Construction, Business, Law, MRICS, MCIOB, MCIPS or similar) or equivalent qualification or relevant experience
The ability to make decisions within delegated authority and to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Use of CEMAR NEC software systems.
Attention to detail with the ability to identify commercial risks, propose steps to mitigate, and communicate effectively.
Ability to effectively lead and develop a team.
Good communication, presentation, networking and negotiation skills.
Working knowledge of MoD contract terms.
Knowledge of NEC4 ECC and PSC terms.
Demonstrable evidence of developing effective customer relationships and confident at negotiating independently within agreed delegations
Significant commercial experience in robust management of large and complex construction contracts, bids and change initiatives in a regulated environment
Efficient communication of approved change to DRDL commercial team to commence supply chain change instruction & NEC process via CEMAR.
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded 1865
Year Established
Established in 1865, the company has over 150 years of experience in engineering and construction.
A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK.
Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors.
Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients.
Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure.
Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes.
Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management.
Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.
Culture + Values
5% reduced incidents
Safety improvement
Achieved a 5% reduction in workplace incidents over the past three years through comprehensive safety training and equipment upgrades.
100% renewable energy
Energy commitment
Committed to sourcing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy sources by 2025.
95% satisfaction rate
Customer loyalty
Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rate by consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
50% engagement increase
Employee wellness
Increased employee engagement by 50% through initiatives focused on mental and physical wellbeing.
Integrity – doing the right things in the right way
Customer focus – striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating and meeting customer needs
Be collaborative – teamwork through being connective and inclusive
Be curious – being innovative, agile and constantly learning
Be caring – being empathetic and considerate in what we do
Be courageous – being bold and committed to being better
Environment + Sustainability
38% Scope 1 Emissions
Carbon Reduction Target
Achieved a significant reduction in operational emissions compared to baseline.
80% HVO Fuel Mix
Sustainable Fuel Adoption
Increased the proportion of hydrotreated vegetable oil in the fuel mix.
10% Emission Intensity
Carbon Efficiency Improvement
Reduced emission intensity per revenue unit compared to baseline.
100% Renewable Electricity
Clean Energy Transition
All office energy consumption sourced from renewable tariff-backed providers.
Commitment to deliver low-carbon whole-life solutions to every client by 2023 and to be net zero by 2035
Net zero target for operational and supply-chain emissions (Scope 1, 2 by 2035; Scope 3 by 2045)
Emission intensity (tCO₂e/£M revenue) reduced by 10% compared to baseline
Introduction of a Low Carbon Materials mandate for concrete, cement and asphalt
October 2024 Board-approved climate transition plan with accelerated decarbonisation targets
Carbon reduction tool deployed in 2024 for enhanced Scope 1, 2 and supply-chain emissions tracking
PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in infrastructure achieved Q4 2024
Company awarded London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark in 2024
Inclusion & Diversity
75% Participation
Best Companies Accreditation 2024
Achieved 'A Very Good Company to Work for' Best Companies one-star accreditation with 75% employee participation.
26 Weeks Leave
Enhanced Parental Leave Policy
Improved maternity and adoption leave to 26 weeks full pay, paternity leave to 8 weeks full pay, and introduced 5 days paid carers' leave.
46/50 Score
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Achieved an average score of 46/50 in Considerate Constructor Scheme contracts, exceeding the industry average of 41.
41% Spend
SME Contract Spend
41% of total contract spend (£650m) went to SMEs in 2024, exceeding the UK Government's 33% target.
Achieved Disability Confident Level 3 and Disability Confident Leader status in 2024
Workforce of ~14,500 people across 170+ sites, with over 30 million hours worked in FY 2024
Since 2016, engagement increased and incidents halved, reflecting safer and more engaged workforce