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Principal Commercial
Mott MacDonald. Support pre-contract and project commercial management activities across a portfolio of projects .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, risk assessment, and financial modeling within the construction industry, with a strong focus on NEC contracts and commercial compliance. Proficient in cost forecasting and analysis, ensuring effective communication of commercial risks to project teams.
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Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS)NEC Contract ManagementCost ForecastingCommercial Risk AnalysisFinancial Modelling
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Hard Skills
Contract ReviewCost EstimationFinancial ReportingCommercial ManagementRisk AssessmentCost ModellingScenario AnalysisAttention to DetailNumerical AccuracyContractual Compliance
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingNegotiation
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft 365Commercial Management Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS)Right to Work Document in India
Industry Keywords
Construction EconomicsDefined CostSchedule of Cost ComponentsDisallowed CostInfrastructure Projects
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support pre-contract and project commercial management activities across a portfolio of projects
- Review tender documentation, contracts and associated commercial terms
- Undertake contract reviews and identify commercial, contractual and operational risks
- Prepare contract risk assessments and advise project teams on proportionate mitigation measures
- Support bid development, pricing strategies and commercial submissions
- Develop fee proposals, cost estimates and financial models
- Participate in tender clarifications and commercial negotiations
- Analyse project costs and identify commercial risks and opportunities
- Review expenditure against Defined Cost principles and the applicable Schedule of Cost Components
- Assess cost eligibility and compliance with NEC contractual provisions
- Identify, evidence and challenge Disallowed Cost where applicable
- Support cost forecasting, earned value analysis and cost-to-complete assessments
- Work with project and bid teams to develop commercial strategies and ensure contractual and cost-management compliance
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Economics or an equivalent discipline
- Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) or demonstrably progressing towards chartership
- Minimum 12–16 years of relevant professional experience in the design or construction industry on projects
- Infrastructure project experience preferred
- Demonstrable experience of NEC contracts, particularly NEC PSC
- Proven experience of contract review and commercial risk analysis
- Experience in cost forecasting, financial reporting and project commercial management
- Strong understanding of NEC PSC contract mechanisms and good contract administration practice
- Good understanding of Defined Cost, the Schedule of Cost Components and the Shorter Schedule of Cost Components
- Working knowledge of Disallowed Cost, compensation events, early warnings and change management procedures
- Ability to interpret contractual obligations and communicate commercial risks clearly to non-commercial colleagues
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with complex data sets
- Strong capability in cost modelling, scenario analysis and financial analysis
- Experience developing forecasting models, commercial reports and management information
- High levels of numerical accuracy, quality control and attention to detail
- Competence across Microsoft 365 and relevant commercial management systems
- Must hold a valid Right to Work document in India
Benefits
Comp & perks- Agile working
- Critical illness and compassionate leave
- Paternity Leave
- Group term life insurance
- Group medical insurance coverage
- Career mobility options
- Short and Long-term global employment opportunities
- Global collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Flexible working discussed at interview stage