Project Principal - Altrincham, United Kingdom - Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald

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Altrincham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for it's employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that.

As Project Principal (Commercial) within the Rail Division, you will be responsible for the Commercial functions whilst delivering a range of complex infrastructure projects for clients, including Network Rail.

This is a client-facing role with engagement in all aspects of Mott MacDonald's Rail projects, including scheme, proposal development, budget & programme management, client interaction and overall delivery to the required scope, budget, programme and quality standards.

This role is key to managing the commercial functions on allocated projects within the Rail portfolio, from inception through to final account and close out, to deliver maximum commercial results.

The role will report into the Head of Discipline for Project Management, Rail with the key areas of responsibility and accountability to include, but not be limited to:

Participate in helping deliver the commercial strategy within the Rail portfolio
Manage, develop and train the best practice commercial processes across the Rail portfolio of projects
Raise commercial awareness and embed commercial focus and best practice across each project team
Manage all contractual matters from inception to close out, via in depth understanding of the contract and its implications for profit delivery
Previous working knowledge will be required on a number of contract terms, including but not limited to: NEC3, NEC4 and Network Rail Standard Conditions etc.
Set and manage budgets ensuring all costs are correctly allocated into the relevant WBS
Drive the recording of all contractual entitlements, ensure timely notification of events and accurate pricing and substantiation of change, including the negotiation and agreement of variations with client and supply chain
Manage the Risk & Opportunities process to allow for the identification of Risk and Opportunities during the tender and delivery phases and ensure the Commercial function delivers contractual solutions and strategies that balance these risk and opportunities
Establish and maintain rigorous cost controls including early warning systems and provide robust accurate financial data and management reports on each project through the monthly reporting cycle.
To interface with all levels of the Project Management Team, demonstrating strong influencing and Stakeholder Management skills.
Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested

Job Requirements

Working knowledge of finance systems and various forms of contracts
Cost and budget administration
Financial and commercial reporting to board level
Proven experience working on high value projects
Excellent communication skills and able to relate to others at all levels
Ability to work in a virtual environment, be selfsufficient and proactive
Flexible attitude and a 'can do' approach, able and prepared to work to deadlines
Able to work both independently and as a member of a team

If you meet 80% or more of what we're looking for, please still apply. We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn't know we need.
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Job Profile

About the business unit

We help conceive, drive, and implement transport solutions for cities, regions, and asset owners/operators around the globe.

From preparing the business case and advising on related issues - such as revenue, procurement, and environmental legislation - to delivering the completed infrastructure and helping maintain it.

Our planning, engineering, environmental and management skills cover the whole project cycle. We play a major role in developing and delivering the Global Transport Sector Strategy.

How to apply

Mott MacDonald is Work180 accredited - which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force

Benefits we offer:

Pension matched up to 7%
Life insurance
An annual professional institution subscription
Continuous development opportunities because we want you to thrive
Agile/flexible working because life isn't 9
Enhanced parental leave; shared parental leave policies for parents and care givers
Annual company performance bonus scheme
Subject to company performance
Flexible benefits that suit you, including cycle to work & interest free season ticket loans.
The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes

Other Information

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all.

We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportuni