Head of Commercial (Contract) – EV Charging

Overview

Lead commercial, estimating and bid management for EV charging infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• tender preparation
• cost estimating
• cost control
• bid management
• commercial oversight
• risk management

Tasks

You’ll play a pivotal role in leading bids, tenders, and cost management for major public and private sector EV charging projects, ensuring commercial integrity from pricing through delivery. -Review and negotiate subcontractor quotations to ensure alignment with project and commercial requirements. -Lead the preparation of pricing tenders, cost estimates, and commercial submissions. -Influence high-value projects that contribute to net-zero transport goals. -Oversee financial evaluation and cost control for EV charging installation projects. -Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to validate project scope, costs, and profitability. -Provide ongoing commercial oversight during project delivery, including valuations, variations, and final accounts. -Take ownership of direct award and smaller framework bids, ensuring high-quality submissions. -Support senior leadership with bid strategy, risk management, and contract negotiation. -Lead the commercial function for a major player in the UK’s EV charging infrastructure space.

Requirements

• ev charging
• quantity surveyor
• tendering
• nec
• stakeholder
• analytical

What You Bring

We are seeking an experienced Head of Commercial (Contractor) to support the commercial, estimating, and bid management functions of a leading EV charging infrastructure contractor. This is a hands-on role requiring a commercially astute professional who can operate independently, drive value, and ensure contractual and financial compliance across multiple workstreams. -Understanding of EV charging installations (AC/DC) and related cost structures is highly advantageous. -Relevant degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar discipline. -Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, or Commercial/Bid Manager within a contracting environment (infrastructure, energy, or telecoms). -Strong knowledge of tendering processes, cost estimation, and financial management. -Familiarity with NEC (or similar) contract frameworks. -Excellent stakeholder management and commercial negotiation skills. -Demonstrable experience with local authority and private sector contracts. -Long-term contracting potential with a strong pipeline of upcoming tenders and projects. -Self-sufficient, detail-oriented, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced contracting environment. -Strong numerical and analytical ability with a focus on accuracy and cost efficiency.

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Benefits

Salary: Competitive Day Rate (DOE) Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week in office) -Hybrid: 3 days per week in the London office, remainder remote.

About Everec

-Focused on transforming infrastructure, they have established themselves as a reliable partner in offering comprehensive engineering solutions. -Specializing in high-quality, sustainable infrastructure services, they operate across critical sectors including energy, transport, utilities, and buildings. -Their projects span essential areas, contributing to the future of urban development, energy systems, and transportation networks. -Known for addressing complex challenges, they have been involved in impactful infrastructure projects, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions. -They have evolved to meet market demands, emerging as a prominent player in infrastructure services with a focus on cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. -Regardless of whether it's large-scale energy projects or enhancing urban infrastructure, they are dedicated to achieving long-term success with excellence.

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