Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain. 
 

 
Location: London, Bristol (hybrid working arrangements) 
 
Employment type: Permanent/Full-time
 
Employment basis: The role is expected to be a full- time position however we are open to discussing a more flexible or part- time approach where possible. 
 
Salary: Competitive salary, plus bonus and other benefits.  
 
Closing date: 22nd November 2024

The Opportunity   

Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. 
 
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager in our Equipment team at Sizewell C (SZC). This is a great time to join an exciting project. 

Our teams are set up to work flexibly, with a hybrid working approach between our offices and your home. We provide a full suite of IT equipment to ensure that our employees can work from home comfortably and effectively.   

The Role 

You’ll be a primary point of commercial contact on the contracts assigned to you and will be required to work closely and pro-actively with the other stakeholders at all levels and across all the teams within SZC to ensure that the requirements of the individual contracts and their impact upon the overall SZC Project are successfully delivered. 

You’ll lead the day-to-day management of Commercial Managers and Assistants.

You’ll ensure all Principal Accountabilities for the contract commercial team are implemented in accordance with SZC commercial procedures.

You’ll identify, define, and manage risks associated with either Contract Delivery or the Supplier and its Supply Chain.

The Skills 

 
You’ll have effective commercial / contract management skills, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies. 

You’ll be able to demonstrate a considerable track record of administering successful contracts.

You’ll have highly developed commercial skills and demonstrable ability to make sound decisions on matters of significant financial value. 

You’ll be a member of the RICS / CICES / IOB or equivalent professional body.

You’ll also have a track record with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) within the power construction industry and major projects and programme environment; with particular knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial function. 

If you are a results-driven and strategic thinker with a passion for driving business success, we want to hear from you join our team as a Senior Commercial Manager and help us achieve our business objectives. 
 
A full job description is available on application.  
 
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Power in Diversity 

Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome. 
 
To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve.  Every worker on SZC, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities.  By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project.  
 
We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values:   

Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate 
Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance 
Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise 
Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other 
Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently 
 
Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best. 
 

Competitive Salary and Benefits 

 
We’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.    
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing. 
 
Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.