Contract Manager

Tractebel UK; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

28 days leave + bank holidays

Learning and development opportunities

International career prospects

On-site gym and restaurant facilities

Job summary

Tractebel UK, part of the ENGIE Group, is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to provide commercial leadership across major engineering and infrastructure projects. You'll oversee contracts from bid through delivery, manage risks, and maximize commercial opportunities.

Key responsibilities include contract lifecycle management, advising on obligations and changes, supporting tendering and negotiation, monitoring performance and spend, and mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management, commercial management, or project management within engineering, construction, infrastructure, energy, defence, or nuclear sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK contract forms, particularly NEC contracts.
• Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and commercial risk.
• Understanding of consortium agreements and collaborative delivery models.
• A relevant professional qualification (or working towards one).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing contracts throughout the full project lifecycle
• Advising project teams on contractual obligations, risks, claims, and change management
• Supporting tendering, bidding, contract negotiation, and contract administration
• Monitoring contract performance, spend, supplier performance, and key deliverables
• Leading contract variations, amendments, and dispute resolution activities
• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting governance, compliance, and commercial best practice across projects
• Contributing to continuous improvement and mentoring colleagues within the team

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

Project management

NEC contracts

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Ready to shape the future of energy and infrastructure?

Join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and work alongside 5,600 experts worldwide delivering complex projects that support the global energy transition. From nuclear and renewable energy to transport, water, and major infrastructure, you'll play a key role in projects that make a real difference.

What you'll do

We're looking for an experienced Contract Manager to provide commercial and contractual leadership across major engineering and infrastructure projects. You'll support projects from bid stage through to delivery and close-out, ensuring contracts are effectively managed, risks are mitigated, and commercial opportunities are maximised.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing contracts throughout the full project lifecycle


• Advising project teams on contractual obligations, risks, claims, and change management


• Supporting tendering, bidding, contract negotiation, and contract administration


• Monitoring contract performance, spend, supplier performance, and key deliverables


• Leading contract variations, amendments, and dispute resolution activities


• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, partners, and internal stakeholders


• Supporting governance, compliance, and commercial best practice across projects


• Contributing to continuous improvement and mentoring colleagues within the team

Depending on experience, the role may also include responsibilities relating to Export Control compliance and licensing.

What we're looking for

You'll bring:

• Experience in contract management, commercial management, or project management within engineering, construction, infrastructure, energy, defence, or nuclear sectors


• Strong knowledge of UK contract forms, particularly NEC contracts


• Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships and commercial risk


• Understanding of consortium agreements and collaborative delivery models


• A relevant professional qualification (or working towards one)


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

Why join Tractebel?

At Tractebel, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most exciting and meaningful projects while developing your career within a global organisation.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package


• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements


• Professional membership support


• Learning and development opportunities across ENGIE


• International career prospects


• On-site gym and restaurant facilities (where available)


• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive culture

About us

Tractebel is part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, a global leader in low-carbon energy and sustainable infrastructure. Our people drive innovation, and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to a more sustainable future.