Full job description Job Title: Commercial and Finance Manager Salary: £40,000 pa Responsible to: Project Director Responsible for: Manage the commercial and financial aspects of the capital project redevelopment of Canada House Hours: 37.5 hours p/w [4 day week considered for the right candidate] Term: Fixed Term contract to cover the Delivery Phase (Dec 2027) Benefits: 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, Pension, fully flexible working Other: Please note the successful candidate must hold the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time. Job Summary We are looking for someone who will be passionate about working with us to deliver this exciting project for Sheffield. We need an experienced Commercial and Finance Manager to oversee and manage the commercial aspects of the redevelopment of Canada House working closely with the quantity surveyor and project manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, financial acumen, and exceptional leadership skills. This role requires a strategic thinker who can manage risks and ensure contractual compliance. To ensure that the investment at Canada House, and the arrangements for the projects operational phase, provide best value for money to Harmony Works Trust. This is a small team working in a rapidly changing environment as the new organisation grows and matures. So willingness to work flexibly, outside grade and role boundaries, and to be innovative is preferred. Key Responsibilities: Project Financial Management: - Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting - Develop budget and cashflow management system and associated financial processes - Monitor project costs, identify variances, and implement corrective actions. - Oversee the draw down of funds from Funders to ensure a positive cash flow at all times. - Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and manage accounts receivable. Contract Management: - Review, negotiate, and manage consultant and construction contracts - Review, agree, manage and monitor all funding agreements from private, public and charitable sector organisations. - Ensure all contractual obligations are met and resolve any disputes or claims that arise. - Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and records. - Prepare and agree leases/licences for post completion occupiers Risk Management: - Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks associated with construction projects. - Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to protect project profitability. Procurement and Supply Chain Management: - Oversee procurement activities, including tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract awards. - Manage relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services. Team Leadership and Development: - Line Manager for Financial Controller, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. - Single point of contact for external cost management consultant and specialist consultant VAT advice Stakeholder Management: - Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, consultants, and other project stakeholders from a financial perspective. - Oversee the commercial relationship with all funders to ensure that: Funding Agreements meet HWT objects; outputs and outcomes are achievable; deadlines are met; evaluation and reporting are carried out and delivered to schedule. - Act as the primary point of contact for commercial issues and provide regular updates to senior management. - Financial reporting to HWT, including reports to Finance and Capital Projects Committees. - Manage all matters associated with the Charity Commission and general charity, company and financial legislation relevant to an investment of this nature to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Post completion operations - Prepare and agree leases/licences - Negotiate and agree contracts with third-party organisations (events, F+B retail etc) - Prepare and establish a FM operation post practical completion Person Specification Experience and knowledge - Construction – preferably refurbishment of a listed building - Contract management - preferably in construction - Risk management and compliance - Strategic planning, decision making and problem solving - Financial management and experience of setting up finance systems - Managing complex projects and delivering construction projects within budget - Procurement and supply chain management - Staff and stakeholder management - Strong knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements in construction - Start up or scaling up experience an advantage Qualities and skills - Passionate about working in a charity to support the regeneration of Sheffield and go the extra mile to deliver this project - Highly motivated, self-driven and proactive - Exceptional leadership skills - Excellent organisation and time management skills - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Attention to detail - Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities - Process driven - Team ethos - Excellent IT skills - MS office suite Qualifications - Degree or relevant experience in Construction, Legal or Finance - Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) membership (preferred)