Contracts Manager

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to support the procurement and delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects within the utilities sector.

This role will be responsible for leading contract development, procurement strategy and contract administration across multiple work packages including design, engineering and construction activities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring contractual compliance, risk management and effective commercial oversight throughout the project lifecycle.

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• Lead the development, procurement and administration of project contracts
  
• Support the delivery of procurement activities across multiple project workstreams
  
• Prepare and manage contract documentation in coordination with legal and project teams
  
• Develop packaging strategies and procurement approaches aligned to project objectives
  
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage contractual agreements
  
• Provide oversight and assurance across contract performance and compliance
  
• Manage contract change processes and ensure contractual obligations are met
  
• Monitor and manage project costs within contractual frameworks
  
• Identify and manage commercial risks across project contracts
  
• Support procurement processes in line with public procurement requirements
  
• Work collaboratively with project delivery teams, legal advisors and procurement functions
  

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• Minimum 10 years’ experience in contract management within infrastructure, utilities or major capital projects
  
• Experience developing and managing complex contracts across large projects
  
• Strong knowledge of public procurement frameworks within the utilities sector
  
• Experience with major contract forms such as NEC and FIDIC
  
• Knowledge of different delivery models including EPC, DB, DBB, DBO, DBFO and PPP
  
• Experience administering design and construction contracts
  
• Strong xcfaprz commercial awareness including cost management and risk allocation
  
• Proven experience negotiating and managing supplier contracts
  

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• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as:
  
• Construction Management
  
• Quantity Surveying
  
• Construction Law
  
• Commercial Management
  
• Professional certifications in commercial or contract management are advantageous.
  

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• Demonstrated experience working in complex infrastructure or utilities projects
  
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills