Contract Manager

Are you a commercial professional with a background in major infrastructure? Do you have the NEC3 expertise and Quantity Surveying rigor required to support one of the UK’s most significant national resilience projects?

We are representing a leading provider of infrastructure services that transforms the nation’s critical assets to operate safely and sustainably. With a workforce of over 11,000, they provide a full spectrum of engineering and construction services across the energy and nuclear sectors.

The Role

As a Contract Manager, you will be a key figure in the supply chain function, managing compensation events, maintaining robust contract records, and ensuring strict compliance with project governance. Supporting the wider commercial team on a landmark nuclear programme, you will ensure that cost records and contractual documentation are accurately controlled throughout the delivery phase.

Key Responsibilities:

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• NEC3 Administration: Lead the administration of NEC3 contracts from award through to final close-out.
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• Compensation Events: Manage the end-to-end process, including the assessment and negotiation of quotations.
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• Cost Analysis: Apply strong Quantity Surveying (QS) skills to validate assumptions, quantities, and rates within supplier submissions.
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• Baseline Management: Develop and maintain cost baselines to support the evaluation of change and variations.
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• Performance Monitoring: Track supplier performance against contractual obligations, including cost, safety, and quality.
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• Risk & Governance: Identify and escalate contract risks while maintaining audit-ready records and correspondence.
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What We’re Looking For:

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• Sector Experience: A strong commercial background within major infrastructure, engineering, or nuclear projects.
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• Contractual Expertise: Demonstrated experience in administering NEC contracts and managing complex compensation events.
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• QS Capability: Robust Quantity Surveying skills, including cost analysis, valuation, and change management.
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• Qualifications: A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Engineering. Membership of RICS (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
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• Analytical Mindset: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to benchmark costs against market norms.
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Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to work on a high-impact, national project within a dynamic and collaborative environment. You will be joining an organization at the forefront of the industry that offers a competitive package and clear pathways for professional development and career growth.