Contract Manager

Boccard UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Training & development investment

Job summary

Boccard UK is seeking a Contract Manager to own contracts end-to-end – from negotiations to close-out – ensuring alignment with project objectives and Boccard’s values.

You’ll lead negotiations, manage commercial risk, and support project teams with contractual documentation. A Quantity Surveying background with strong commercial focus is welcomed, along with familiarity with NEC3/NEC4/FIDIC contracts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Contract Management and commercial management within project-based environments.
• Quantity Surveying background with practical commercial management exposure.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid knowledge of NEC3, NEC4, FIDIC contracts or Common Law.
• Fluent English; French language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts across the full lifecycle from ITT review to close‑out.
• Ensure compliance with terms including payments, warranties, and obligations.
• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Lead client negotiations and manage key commercial relationships.
• Collaborate with legal teams on pre-contentious and contentious matters.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract management practices.

Skills

Contract Management

Commercial Management

Project Management

Contract Law

Quantity Surveying

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

English

Job description

Ready to lead contracts that power the future?

At Boccard, we’re looking for a Contract Manager who can take full ownership of project contracts, from negotiation to close‑out, ensuring every detail aligns with our mission and values.

We especially welcome candidates with a background in Quantity Surveying who have developed a strong commercial management focus or approach and are looking to apply those skills at Contract Manager level.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of projects in line with contractual obligations and procedures, while proactively managing and mitigating contractual and commercial risks.

Why Boccard?

As we continue our journey of growth and expansion to support the new era of nuclear energy, Boccard is a leading specialist in engineering, manufacturing, construction and maintenance within the nuclear sector.

Our work supports major UK projects such as Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, contributing to energy resilience and Net Zero ambitions.

Joining us means being part of a business that values integrity, collaboration, innovation and impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Administer contracts across the full lifecycle — from ITT review to contract closure
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, including payments, insurance and obligations
• Identify, manage and mitigate contractual and commercial risks
• Lead negotiations and manage strong commercial relationships with clients
• Support project teams with contractual communications and documentation
• Collaborate with legal teams on pre‑contentious and contentious matters
• Drive continuous improvement in contract and commercial management practices

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Contract Management, Commercial Management, Project Management, or Contract Law
• Quantity Surveying background with commercial management experience is highly welcomed
• Strong understanding of NEC3, NEC4, FIDIC, or Common Law contracts
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience within an industrial or project‑based environment
• Fluent in English (French is a plus)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Ongoing investment in training and professional development
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme