Associate Director – Contract & Commercial

Associate Director – Contract & Commercial Location - Derby Permanent, full-time Competitive salary plus benefits What we do:Aqua Consultants are a multi-disciplinary consultancy with approximately 120 employees providing a wide range of Asset Management, Engineering, Commercial, Customer Programmes and Strategic Advisory services to our clients across the water, energy and environment sectors, across the UK. Who we are:Aqua is established on a solid foundation of diversity – diversity of skills, cultures, personalities, perspectives and experiences. It is this diversity that unifies our team and enables us to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients most pressing needs. The ‘Aqua’ culture is a set of values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that creates a family-like environment within our workplace, something we call the ‘Aqua Family.’ We are an ambitious team who live our values of Growth, Accountability, Integrity Innovation, Empathy and Fun. Our Vision – Growth through SHARED CAPABILITYOur Mission – Growing sustainable value for future generationsAqua is also part of the Adler and Allan Group, allowing us to utilise and share capability amongst over 1000 employees within the UK.ROLE DESCRIPTIONLocation(s): Commutable to client offices and sites in the locality of Derby 2-3 days a week, combined with working from home. Sector: Predominantly working within the Water industry but may cover wider utilities and infrastructure.Skills and experience: Essential –Team leadership and managementNEC3/4 working knowledgePre Contract / Contract Documentation experiencePost Contract experienceProject cost management skills including organisational and diligent skills.Effective communication, report writing and interpersonal skills.Computer literate with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and other specialist computer packages (SAP, CRM’s, etc).Desirable-Water Industry or wider utilities experience preferredMRICS / MCICES or working towardsMicrosoft project/ Gantt chart experience Deep diving more into the role:This is a consultant role and it is likely the post holder will be seconded into one of Aqua’s clients on a part time or full time basis on an occasional or permanent basis.Key responsibilities include;To assist in leadership of the Contract & Commercial Team with a focus on line management, team growth and excellence in delivery.To provide line management to senior members of the Contract & Commercial Team, ensuring compliance with business process and supporting team members with line management responsibility.Lead in own areas of service delivery to clients, ensuring high quality service delivery and client satisfaction.Contribute to overall team growth and expansion of client base.Provide oversight on team utilisation and contribute to ensuring team objectives for utilisation are met.Be sighted on and contribute to the delivery of team Revenue, GM and EBITDA targets as set by the business each year.Provide support to Head of Commercial, acting in their stead when required and with delegated authority where provided.Champion Safety values and behaviours; generate and foster an environment that puts safety and wellbeing of self and others at the core and forefront of Aqua culture in all aspects of the business.Contribute to the safety leadership in achieving zero harm to all and taking a lead role in ensuring that everyone goes home safe every day.Champion well-being in Aqua through example and pastoral leadership:Promote & support the wellbeing of both self and staff through maintenance of healthy work : life balance, taking care to manage energy levels and taking recovery after peak periods of work load activity.As a senior member of the Contract & Commercial Team, ensure that appropriate collaborative behaviours, ‘best for project’ principles are adopted at all times, leading by example in the pursuit of successful delivery of commissions to the benefit of both client and Aqua alike.Take the lead in driving a solutions focused approach to problem solving and embedding continuous learning into team culture, building on successes as well as avoiding repeat failures.What we would like to offer you:Competitive salary + discretionary bonus24 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leavePension scheme (6% employer, 4% employee)Company mobile phone and laptop providedTraining and career progression opportunitiesProfessional Membership fees paidLife Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salaryElectric Car SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support)Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses)Refer a friend schemeWhy Aqua Consultants?We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job – Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You’ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career.Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know. If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply today!