Benjy Meggs
Hartlepool,Teesside
Summary
Commercial Manager at Siemens Energy with a strong track record in maximizing value for high-stakes projects. Expertise in contract negotiation and operational efficiency, leading to successful project outcomes. Implemented effective risk management strategies and promoted cross-functional collaboration, achieving notable cost savings and enhanced profitability in both bid management and project execution.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Energy (Substation Construction)
Newcastle Upon Tyne
06.2024 - Current
- Oversaw financial and commercial performance of work packages within £80M - £100M substation construction projects under NEC3 terms across UK.
- Negotiated delivery timelines for work packages within Siemens Energy supply chain.
- Developed RACI framework and streamlined process flow for Progress Tool to enhance financial performance measurement.
- Implemented NEC3 contract terms with key cabling suppliers, departing from standard contracting practices.
- Achieved successful commercial outcome for second UK-based synchronised condenser project in South East England.
- Established improved risk, change management, and lessons learned processes, minimizing non-conformance costs throughout the business.
Group Reporting & Commercial Manager
KD Pharma UK Ltd
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Facilitated legal escalation in ongoing dispute resolution, safeguarding company interests.
- Executed Financial Due Diligence process, enhancing fiscal stability and securing favorable refinancing terms.
- Led financial and commercial aspects of Mergers & Acquisitions, driving operational efficiency.
- Managed commercial negotiations with key suppliers, optimizing contractual terms and strengthening supply chain resilience.
Finance & Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc (Project & Service Business, Siemens – Farnborough UK – part remote)
Farnborough
05.2020 - 05.2023
- Pioneered streamlined service bid process, enhancing response times and strategic alignment for management accounts in UK and Switzerland.
- Led successful change management initiative, resulting in significant business profitability increase within one year.
- Negotiated and delivered installation and commissioning of electrical systems, advancing commercial focus.
- Facilitated implementation of new service dashboard tool, improving forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Finance & Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc – Temporary Maternity Cover (Project Business, Hebburn UK)
Hebburn
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Launched Engagement + Leadership = Performance program, enhancing cross-functional collaboration and team performance.
- Executed business strategy to foster increased employee engagement and ownership mindset.
- Led forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes, establishing a foundation for strategic decision-making.
- Achieved enhanced financial governance for £30M System & Product business, streamlining approval processes.
Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc (Consultancy Business, Manchester UK) (Dual role)
Manchester
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Ensured error-free audits and compliant statutory submissions by implementing robust internal controls.
- Achieved improved profitability for £3M consultancy business through strategic commercial management of operations.
- Secured clean audits for Innovate UK and H2020 projects while managing compliance with key stakeholders.
- Facilitated informed decision-making by enhancing report visibility for Senior Management and HQ in Germany.
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Plc (Project business, Hebburn UK)
Hebburn
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Championed transformative portfolio-centered strategy, elevating top-line revenue and profitability.
- Orchestrated successful change management initiative, enhancing productivity and advancing business objectives.
- Delivered tangible outcomes in commercial project management, emphasizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness for increased profitability.
- Directed Commercial responsibilities for £10M project portfolio, navigating FIDIC and NEC Contracts for streamlined operations.
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Plc (Manufacturing, Hebburn UK)
Hebburn
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Spearheaded supply chain cost reduction initiative, realizing savings exceeding £100K annually.
- Orchestrated financial and commercial oversight for Thameslink (£30M) and South West Train (£1.5M) contracts, enhancing performance.
- Managed CAPEX of £10M, ensuring strategic resource allocation and financial prudence.
- Oversaw £2.5M Regional Growth Funding with clean audit record, demonstrating financial stewardship and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Business Studies
University of Teesside
01.2007
Skills
- Financial & Commercial Strategy & Planning
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Process Improvement
- Risk Management
- Commercial negotiation & Supply chain management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- M&A Due Diligence
- Strategic Decision Support
- C-suite Communication
- Team Management and Leadership
Certification
- NEC3 Experience & Training
- NEC4 Experience & Training
- JCT Experience & Training
- FIDIC Experience & Training
- External Leadership Training
- INSEAD Digital Leadership Certification
- People & Business Management Level 2 Course
- PBM3 Management Course
- Desire to become RICS (or similar) qualified
Technical Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office
- Power BI
- SAP
- Tableau
- Aconex
- Numerous Project Specific Reporting & Communication Tools
Timeline
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Energy (Substation Construction)
06.2024 - Current
Group Reporting & Commercial Manager
KD Pharma UK Ltd
01.2023 - 01.2024
Finance & Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc (Project & Service Business, Siemens – Farnborough UK – part remote)
05.2020 - 05.2023
Finance & Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc – Temporary Maternity Cover (Project Business, Hebburn UK)
05.2019 - 05.2020
Commercial Manager
Siemens Plc (Consultancy Business, Manchester UK) (Dual role)
01.2018 - 05.2020
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Plc (Project business, Hebburn UK)
05.2016 - 08.2018
Commercial Project Manager
Siemens Plc (Manufacturing, Hebburn UK)
01.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Business Studies
University of Teesside
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