Contract Manager

Rullion Managed Services; Leiston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services in Leiston is seeking a Contract Manager on a fixed-term basis to lead major contract performance. You will work with the Contract Management Lead and PMO to drive commercial outcomes, negotiations and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires strong NEC/MSA contracting experience, robust financial control and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines in a regulated nuclear environment. Immediate start and a contract through Dec 2026 with possible extension.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in business/commercial discipline.
• Strong experience with MSAs and NEC Contract Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of key contractors per contract requirements and business needs to ensure value, quality and productivity.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and communicate contractual information as required.
• Identify and implement opportunities and improvements for commercial efficiencies across contracts.
• Lead on contract negotiations.
• Provide contract-related resolution to disputes or escalations.
• Ensure processes follow legislation and company policies.
• Complete contract close-out, review extensions or renewals, and assist procurement as needed.

Skills

MSA & NEC mgmt

Contract negotiations

Main contractor exp

Financial/cost control

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

SAP/CEMAR exp

Education

HNC or equivalent in business/commercial discipline

Tools

SAP

CEMAR

Job description

Job title: Contract Manager

Job Type: Contract

IR35 Status: Inside

Start date: Immediate

Duration: Up to Dec 2026 (Extension possible beyond this)

Pay rate: Up to £450 per day PAYE & Umbrella rates available

Location: Leiston, Sizewell

Hours of work: Monday - Friday

About the Role

Our client, a leader in Nuclear Generation requires a Contract Manager. In your role, you will work closely with the Contract Management Lead and Programme Management Office (PMO) Manager and be responsible for managing major contracts.

You will be at the heart of the Contract Management team and will be expected to demonstrate commercial leadership, pace, rigour, and drive delivery in contract performance. Further, you will engage closely with Outage Management, Engineering, Procurement and Quality Assurance teams driving performance, developing relationships with suppliers, and identifying commercial opportunities and service improvements.

There is a real opportunity to take ownership of these agreements and to deliver exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Applicants Should Be Able To Demonstrate Of The Following Skills/Experience:

• HNC or equivalent in a business or commercial discipline
• Strong experience of MSA's and NEC Contract Management preferable
• Substantial contract negotiation experience
• Experience in working with a main contractor
• Experience in financial control including cost control and other processes would be beneficial
• Ability to deliver information and influence internal & external stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent communication skills
• Have exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong MS office skills, ability to work to deadlines and highly organised
• SAP and CEMAR experience preferred but not essential

Role Information:

• Managing the performance of key contractors in accordance with the relevant contract requirements and business operational needs, to ensure best value and services from suppliers are achieved in terms of cost, quality, and productivity
• Building relationships with key stakeholders and communicating relevant contractual information as required
• Identifying and implementing opportunities and improvements for commercial efficiencies across operational activities and contracts
• Leading on contract negotiations
• Providing contract-related issue resolution to supplier disputes or escalations
• Ensuring that all processes followed are in line with legislation and company policies
• Completing contract close-out, reviewing contracts for extension or renewal, and assisting procurement teams where applicable for re-procurement

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants