Location
London (Rail Systems team)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
As an Assistant Commercial Manager at HS2 Ltd, you will support the delivery of commercial activities within the Delivery teams. You will work alongside the supply chain and contractors to assure and support commercial operations throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the development of commercial works information and reviewing works information from other functions
- Drafting contract documents during the pre-contract phase
- Assisting in the development of contract management plans during procurement
- Supporting contract management to maintain effective commercial control post-contract
- Assisting with administration of Project Manager obligations under the NEC3 Contract
- Supporting valuation of variations and compensation events
- Assisting with contract payment assessments
- Reviewing and analysing supply chain monthly reports
- Supporting input of contract-level performance information into monthly MBR reports
- Assisting with settlement of supply chain disputes
- Supporting estimate reviews at all stages

HS2 Ltd is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment. You will be expected to actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and comply with organisational policies and initiatives on EDI.

The post-holder is expected to uphold HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity and Respect at all times.

Experience
- Ability to administer contracts to deliver infrastructure or similar capital projects and programmes
- Understanding of dispute resolution processes and procedures
- Knowledge of common commercial policies, processes and procedures
- Familiarity with contract, commercial and risk management methods

About You
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with supply chain and contractors
- Commitment to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
- Right to Work in the UK is required; HS2 Ltd cannot provide sponsorship
- Willingness to comply with pre-employment checks including Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, financial and education checks

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated; however, relevant experience and skills in contract administration and commercial management are essential.