Contract Manager, Energy & Infrastructure (Hybrid)

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

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.