Commercial Controller

The Commercial Controller will lead commercial control across projects from pre-construction through to final account, making sure projects are delivered profitably, risks are managed and commercial controls are applied consistently across the business.

Working closely with the Head of Commercial, operational teams and Finance, the role supports, leads and develops the commercial team and protects the Company’s margin and contractual position.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial management – tender to final account

• Control and manage all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account.
• Support bid and pre-construction activity, including pricing reviews, risk allowances and contract review.
• Prepare, review and agree valuations, variations and final accounts.

Cost control, forecasting and reporting

• Oversee cost management, budgets and forecasts, including monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and cost-to-complete.
• Produce accurate commercial reports for the Head of Commercial and Finance, explaining margin and cash movements.
• Make sure Company commercial procedures, approval limits and controls are applied consistently on every project.

Contracts, subcontractors and supply chain

• Administer contracts, including NEC, and make sure contractual terms, notices and time limits are complied with.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, orders, applications, payments and performance, in line with the Construction Act.

Commercial risk and opportunity

• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities, keeping risk registers up to date.
• Raise issues that may affect cost, programme or entitlement early, and agree prompt actions with project teams to resolve them.

Team leadership and collaboration

• Lead, coach and develop the commercial team, setting clear standards and objectives.
• Work closely with operational teams to support project delivery and profitability, building strong cross-functional working.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Desirable:

• MRICS or working towards chartership
• CSCS card or relevant health and safety certification

Education & Experience

• Commercial role in civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure
• Managing projects commercially from pre-construction to final account
• Managing and developing commercial teams
• Cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
• Sewer, drainage or civil infrastructure project
• Framework contracts

Skills & Competencies

• Cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
• Contract administration, including NEC
• Managing several projects at once in a fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.