Assistant Commercial Manager

Job Title: Assistant Commercial Manager

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £50,000 + Car Allowance

Location: Camberley, Surrey

Our client, a leading provider of integrated facilities management and infrastructure solutions is hiring for a proactive and commercially astute Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team, supporting the delivery of a high-profile Ministry of Defence (MoD) facilities management contract. This role is critical in ensuring robust financial and commercial control across the contract, with a strong emphasis on supply chain management, cost assurance, and performance reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Subcontractor Management

• Draft, issue, and manage subcontracts in accordance with company policies and MoD contractual requirements.
• Lead regular commercial and performance review meetings with subcontractors.
• Assess and approve subcontractor applications for payment, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to subcontractors in line with contractual terms.

Commercial & Financial Control

• Manage Work in Progress (WIP) and provide accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure prompt job closure and accurate client billing.
• Monitor contract P&L performance, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Review and analyse monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports, advising on corrective actions where necessary.
• Manage Contract Variations and Change associated with assigned area.

Systems & Reporting

• Utilise Maximo for job tracking and asset management.
• Use COINS for subcontract management, financial tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records in line with audit, compliance, and contractual standards.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to internal stakeholders and the client as required.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management role, ideally within the Facilities Management or Defence sector.
• Strong knowledge of subcontractor management and commercial processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of the contract, Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain it is a requirement for this role.