We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Commercial Assistant. This role will be remote with occasional travel to Catterick.
HOURS OF WORK 37.5 Hours per week, Monday - Friday
Join our vibrant, inclusive community in the Commercial team working on Complex Facilities within Defence. Working on the refurbishing and maintenance of military housing on behalf of DIO. Assisting the Commercial team in carrying out the commercial and contractual post contract duties in support of Accounts, Projects and Frameworks.
Ensuring all contractual and commercial administration and records are maintained to ensure the recovery of contractual entitlement, compliance with all governance, legislation and company and contractual policies. Providing support to Supply Chain procurement.
What you will do:
- Assist in the delivery of commercial best practice with risk, change, cost, and value management.
- Assist in the identification, mitigation and management of opportunity and risk.
- Work with Finance to ensure the full cost control of project(s) including providing and monitoring budgets and forecasts
- In conjunction with the commercial and operational teams, assisting in the delivery of all commercial activities on the project including CVR reporting, and WIP management in line with contractual entitlement.
- Assist in the collation of data/facts with respect of all variations (changes) to the works in conjunction with other project team members.
- Ensure that all contemporary records are kept and filed by the project team members for use in supporting claims, extensions of time, and the evaluation of variations.
- Administer a robust coding structure to facilitate accurate cost capture. Producing monthly and/or weekly cost and value data to assist the Commercial team in submitting timely applications for payment, Change requests and any additional contractual requirements.
- Work within time periods required under the Contract(s) and as required by the Company.
- Adhere to all company polices and to the Amey systems, processes, and procedures on Contracts of varying sizes.
- Support the Commercial and Procurement teams in all aspects of subcontract procurement and payment in accordance with governance and fair payment processes.
What you will bring:
Able to apply Health and Safety compliance and knowledge of Health, Safety, and Welfare and Environmental awareness legislation
- Ability to communicate clearly with varying internal and external customers
- Developing negotiation skills
- Basic commercial and financial acumen
- Applies analytical and problem-solving skills to meet deadlines through prioritisation and good time-management
- Understands, demonstrates and promotes an inclusive working environment
- Some quantity surveying/commercial management experience or equivalent transferrable profession
- Evidence of previously application of skills in either financial, commercial or contract management of projects
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.
Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
- Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Quantity Surveyor
- Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
- Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
- Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
- Flexible working - We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, and flexible working patterns. With our network of offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves
- Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
- Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
- Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
- Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
- Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
About Amey
Who we are
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.
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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***
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