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Commercial Systems Project Manager

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At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.

There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Group Division based in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking to recruit a Commercial Systems Project Manager to join the Division’s Commercial team.

The Role

The role of Commercial Systems Project Manager, reports to the Group Commercial Director. The duties and responsibilities below reflect principal elements of the Commercial Systems Project Manager and are therefore not exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake any such duties as may be reasonably expected.

Principal accountabilities of the role include:

Manage testing of COINS, principal Bellway Commercial System product and associated systems / software changes / upgrades inc testing scripts

Write / Contribute to Virtuoso testing scripts ‘prompts’ to create auto-generated testing.

Provide Commercial support on the COINS platform to Group Commercial, Group Support functions, Group Technical and Divisions.

Manage all ongoing training requirements for divisional commercial & technical teams

Manage all training requirements and skills transfers to users including new starters, on system enhancements, changes, coupled with managing regular refresher training as deemed necessary.

Support the Commercial Systems Co-Ordinator / Commercial Systems Apprentice to maintain all standard documentation both off-line, within the COINS platform and all associated systems.

Be an active contributor to the wider Group Commercial team and assist with the rollout of Group Policies, ensuring consistent implementation of Group Processes across all divisions

Become a super user on alternative business systems where relevant that sync with COINS, providing commercial support and knowledge transfer with other users.

Design and implement change management, governance and system security processes and reports

Assess enhancements and design and deliver unit, business process and user acceptance testing for COINS and associated systems/software changes

Develop Group Commercial Processes, taking input as needed from Group Commercial to ensure Group Policies are complied with

Use best practice and system functionality knowledge to Implement Group Commercial policies and processes

Update & manage training material revisions / changes in line with Commercial Policy / Commercial Processes & Software updates

Work with Group Functions to define and implement a business intelligence and reporting strategy to assist cost control, business management and understanding of business issues

Manage and deliver commercial systems updates on a Bi-Monthly call with Business wide Technical & Commercial

Develop knowledge and ownership within the Commercial systems team

Act as the most senior point of escalation for system issues offering support and solutions.

Test and replicate system issues and promote to external development teams for fix applications

Work with external parties to bring in & sync up new software with COINS

Update internal COINS configuration to meet new business needs

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

Experience

* Extensive relevant experience within the housebuilder industry, consultancy or associated field

* Robust understanding and knowledge gained through use of COINS including VAP / CVR modules & configuration.

* Experienced with data analysis and Excel.

* Task orientated, with a focus on getting things done within agreed timescales

* Enthusiastic and great team player

Qualifications and Training

* Degree level educated in project management or surveying. Alternatively, an HND/HNC in Project Management, Building Studies/Construction or other relevant project management, technical or construction qualification, will be considered

Skills and Aptitude

* Drive and determination to achieve results and get things right.

* Ability to develop a good understanding of the commercial needs of the business (especially during a period of change).

* Ability to work on own initiative.

* Strong communication, presentation, listening and presentation skills.

* Excellent attention to detail.

* Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards.

* Keen eye for detail.

* Ability to problem solve, build; support and execute solutions in a speedy and effective manner.

* Ability to work within a team and build strong working relationships.

* Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced and changing environment.

* Demonstrates the ability to problem solve and prioritise tasks with deadlines taken into consideration.

* IT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems within the technical environment.

* Ability to pass on knowledge & support business training needs delivering and supporting classroom training / one-to-one skills transfers / online presentations (Teams).

The Role and Working Conditions

* Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked.

* Office based role with regular travel to Regional & Divisional offices for both meetings & team working (this may include periods of time away during the week)

* There is a requirement for occasional weekend working to facilitating system upgrades (this time will be returned in lieu).

In return we can offer you:

Competitive salary

Competitive car allowance and optional salary sacrifice car scheme

Competitive annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free on-site parking

Free on-site gym

Access to discounts and benefits portal

Sharesave scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Earn and learn opportunities

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received