Nigel Smith

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About Nigel Smith

Widely experienced, highly motivated quantity surveyor and commercial leader with over 39 years working for both client and contractor organisations within the engineering and construction industry. MCIArb and MCIOB qualified with proven leadership and communication skills, a forward thinking approach and ability to operate effectively on my own or within a team environment. I have gained significant experience in the development and implementation of different contract models and have particular expertise in supply chain management. I consider myself to be a hardworking, tenacious and loyal individual who does not shy away from taking ownership of a problem or providing leadership where it is required. I currently hold the position of Commercial Director in UK Operations and the Process and Energy Businesses at Wood and have commercial responsibility for >£500M / year turnover, reporting directly to the Senior Vice President. Sub function responsibility has included: proposals, estimating, pre-contract, sub contracts and post contract administration. Specialties: Management and motivation of personnel Development and implementation of commercial processes and best practice Supply chain management Estimating and proposal development Development of contract methodology Risk management Budget development and management Cost control and financial forecasting Claims preparation / defence and negotiation Dispute avoidance and management Integration, management and growth of acquisitions Management of change Joint venture termination and settlement