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Contract Manager

SG Elite Ltd

Belfast

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly motivated Contract Manager to join their innovative team in civil engineering. This role focuses on managing contracts primarily in the railway sector, ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of contract management, from drafting and negotiations to post-contract completion. With a strong emphasis on risk assessment and dispute resolution, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will directly impact infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. If you are driven, self-motivated, and possess excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days annual leave including public holidays

Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in contract management within construction or rail industries.
Strong understanding of NEC forms of contracts and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

Manage all elements of the contract life cycle on multiple projects.
Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Skills

Risk Assessment

Financial Metrics Understanding

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

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At SG Elite Ltd, we are driving innovation in civil engineering across the UK and Ireland.

With a strong focus on the railway sector, we are proud to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects which help shape and positively impact communities and industry.

We are seeking a highly motivated Contract Manager with at least 5 years’ relevant experience join our team.

The successful candidate will carry out contract management activities for the various sectors the business operates in, however many projects will be focused on the railway sector within the UK and Ireland.

Key Accountabilities

Manage all elements of the contract life cycle on multiple projects
Manage from drafting and pre-contract negotiations through to post contract completion
Ensure projects compliance to company policies and procedures
Ensure adherence to legislation and regulations
Provide early warnings, CE’s, variations in accordance with contract
Carry out risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate contractual risks
Implement Dispute resolution mechanisms
Communicate all essential terms and conditions from project contract to site Management teams

Experience & Qualifications

5 years contract management experience within Construction or Rail industries
Experience in forms of contracts within the industry, NEC essential
Commercially focused with a strong understanding of financial metrics, budgets, and profit margins
Self-motivated and target-driven, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and industry professionals
Knowledge & experience of civil engineering techniques relevant to rail, highways, environmental and energy sectors.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite – including MS project or equivalent
Competent in the English language

Hours

Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

Annual leave entitlement of 30 days including public holidays (flexible)
Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Management and Supply Chain
Industries
Construction

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