Change Management Lead

Energy Job Search; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and maintenance seeks a Change Management Lead to ensure best-in-class contract controls and drive P&L performance across projects. The role involves managing NEC contract changes, leading project communications, and maintaining high compliance standards, requiring significant experience in project management and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a commercial role within project environments.
• Proficiency in NEC contracts.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project changes, ensuring compliance with NEC contracts.
• Drive timely client submissions of project changes.
• Organise and lead regular change review meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts

Contract administration software

Job description

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Location: Aberdeen, Grangemouth, Middlesbrough, Warrington, Reading, Fareham

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.

We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager for Gas Division for Projects, the Change Management Lead will be responsible for delivering best-in-class contract controls while driving P&L performance across diverse projects. This role requires expertise in managing NEC contract changes and ensuring compliance with stringent governance procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with Technical, Project Management, and Project Controls teams to maximise project efficiencies from inception through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and Coordinate Project Changes:
  
  

Manage the end-to-end process of early warnings and compensation events, ensuring full compliance with NEC contracts. Act as the primary point of contact for change management across assigned projects.

• Drive Accountability and Timely Client Submissions:
  
  

Guarantee all project changes are quantified, validated, and promptly submitted to the client within NEC timeframes.

• Facilitate Effective Communication:
  
  

Organise and lead regular change review meetings, prioritising client involvement to expedite decisions and address any queries.

• Ensure Comprehensive Change Documentation:
  
  

Oversee the submission of change documentation by internal teams, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  
  

Collaborate with assessment teams to provide additional insights and recommendations. Communicate change impacts clearly to all relevant stakeholders.

• Maintain High Standards of Compliance:
  
  

Secure and organise all required support documentation, audit records, and cost assurance files for financial transparency

• Integrate with Project Systems:
  
  

Manage and monitor change data within client systems (e.g., FastDraft, CEMAR), ensuring up-to-date and accurate reporting.

• Oversee Subcontractor Changes:
  
  

Coordinate change processes with subcontractors, ensuring alignment with NEC terms.

• Financial Oversight and Risk Management:
  
  

Provide robust estimates and quotations, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to protect project financials.

• Align with Strategic Goals:
  
  

Support B-UK's overall change management strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and project goals.

• Manage Disputes:
  
  

Address and resolve disputed change requests, reporting to the Project Manager and Project Board as necessary.

• Contribute to Project Reviews:
  
  

Actively participate in contract reviews, audits, and board presentations, offering insights and guidance on change-related issues.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a commercial or contracting role within project environments, with a strong focus on NEC contracts and change management.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, legal or a related field.
• Proficiency in NEC3/4 contracts and contract administration software (e.g., FastDraft, CEMAR). Demonstrable experience with P&L and project financials.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to influence stakeholders and manage conflicts effectively.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) is preferred.
• Adept at handling complex documentation and ensuring strict adherence to compliance standards.
  
  

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.

Engineering & Consultancy | Bilfinger UK Limited | Permanent | White-collar workers | Bachelor's degree | Engineering

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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