Commercial Manager - Scotland

Overview

Lead commercial strategy & management for large EPC transmission projects in Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

• contract negotiation
• notice management
• post-contract mgmt
• resource management
• client relations
• risk mitigation

Tasks

-Develop and implement effective negotiating strategies with respect to contractual matters and issues. -Provide Directors and delivery teams with proactive commercial support and lead delivery of commercial strategies. -Ensure that any necessary contractual notices are served in accordance with the terms of each contract. -Ensure effective post contract commercial management of the relevant framework, contract, or project in accordance with Wood’s commercial policies and procedures. -Encourages cooperation across all business units, regions, and functions, sharing ideas, learning and best practice -Manage commercial resources deployed on projects and ensure appropriate training and development is provided. -Ensure commercial entitlement is pursued and obtained in accordance with the terms of the contracts. -Develop relationships with key client personnel and lead Wood’s support with regards to the client’s project sanction process. -Bring focus to key execution risks and ensure robust mitigation plans are developed and implemented.

Requirements

• quantity surveying
• contract administration
• leadership
• communication
• collaboration
• teamwork

What You Bring

-The ability to communicate complex principles effectively at all levels within the organization -Substantial experience in a similar role with consolidated leadership/management experience ideally gained within Transmission and Distribution sector although not essential -Ability to demonstrate teamwork, respect, integrity, innovation, and a client-driven approach -Ability to collaborate across multi-disciplines at all levels of the business with a practical, hands-on approach -Awareness of all relevant corporate and project procedures -Degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, or Business Studies, along with appropriate professional qualification (preferred) -Excellent communication skills, written, verbal, and presentation -Proven experience in contract administration including change management

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Benefits

-Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant -Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market -Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own -Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

About Wood

-Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, primarily serving the energy and materials markets. -The company offers a wide array of services including project and construction management, operations and maintenance, and engineering design across various sectors such as oil and gas, chemicals, renewable energy, and infrastructure. -Wood operates in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, England, UAE, and the US, with a growing emphasis on sustainable energy and decarbonization technologies. -The company provides an integrated service model covering advisory, design, delivery, operational support, and repurposing services.

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