Contract and Commercial Manager (Nuclear)

ZipRecruiter; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bridgwater is looking for a Project Contract Manager to oversee project lifecycles ensuring alignment with client expectations and industry standards. Responsibilities include contract management under FIDIC and NEC frameworks, leading multidisciplinary teams, and advising on legal matters. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and over 7 years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including private medical insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Private Medical & Travel Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working options

Social atmosphere and team buildings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Rigour for a full-time commitment on a construction site.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring projects are executed and controlled according to best practices.
• Developing project management processes in line with best practices in the UK.
• Managing specific projects and bids in all aspects of project management.
• Overseeing site teams according to project needs.
• Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

FIDIC & NEC Contract Management

Agile Project Management & CAPEX

Legal Advisory & Dispute Resolution

Training & Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in the relevant field

Job description

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Job Description

As a Project Contract Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery aligns with client expectations, industry best practices, and internal standards. You will lead the execution and control of projects, focusing on minimizing risk and optimizing performance. Your role includes managing contracts under FIDIC and NEC frameworks, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. You\'ll also play a key role in advising on legal and contractual matters, supporting dispute resolution, and mentoring junior team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the organization.

What will you be doing?

As a Project Manager, you will join the Bridgwater team to support our activities within the Energy sector. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Ensuring projects are executed and controlled according to the best practices, meet customer requirements and minimise risks for the business.
• Developing and taking responsibility for the project management processes in line with the management system and best practice in UK.
• Managing specific projects and bids in all aspects related to project management, project control, contract management, site management, site work delivery planning.
• Developing, and overseeing site teams in accordance to projects needs;
• Managing the relationship with the client and all stakeholders including third parties/vendors.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with:

• FIDIC & NEC Contract Management: Expertise in administering and managing projects under FIDIC and NEC frameworks, ensuring compliance and minimizing contractual risks.
• Agile Project Management & CAPEX: Skilled in Agile methodologies, OKRs, and CAPEX planning to maximize project efficiency and accountability.
• Legal Advisory & Dispute Resolution: Experience in contract adjudications, advising on legal matters related to FIDIC and NEC contracts for government projects.
• Training & Mentorship: Background as a lecturer in project management, focusing on tendering, procurement, and contract law.

You are...

• Passionate about Engineering
• Result-Oriented
• Proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• Bachelor's degree in the relevant field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Rigour for a full time commitment on a construction site

Additional Information

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In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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