Contract Manager (UK)

CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles); Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CAF Signalling in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead contract management for complex railway projects. Based in the UK, you will oversee tender coordination, negotiations with partners and suppliers, and ensure NEC4 compliance across the project lifecycle.

The role requires Chartered Engineer or an equivalent Master’s in Engineering, solid NEC4 experience in the UK, and a willingness to travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer or Master’s in Engineering required, with strong project leadership.
• Experience managing NEC4 contracts in the UK rail sector is essential.
• Willingness to travel and familiarity with the UK market are important.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts from tender stage through project lifecycle.
• Monitor contractual obligations and support negotiations with partners and suppliers.
• Coordinate with Legal and project teams to protect project interests.
• Review and manage subcontract and procurement agreements.
• Track Compensation Events and NEC4 deviations, with proper substantiation.
• Attend meetings with partners and clients to safeguard project outcomes.

Skills

NEC4 contract management

Contract negotiations

Project governance

Education

Chartered Engineer / Master’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Project Management

Tools

NEC4 certification

Job description

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CAF is currently seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join the Operations Direction of CAF Signalling, based in the United Kingdom. This role represents an exciting opportunity to become part of a leading international company in the railway signalling sector, contributing to the successful delivery and management of complex projects

Profile Description

• Chartered Engineer / Master’s Degree in Engineering (Telecommunications, Industrial, Organization, Civil Engineering or similar).
• Preferably a UK national, with English as a native language and strong knowledge of the UK market. Fluent Spanish and willingness to travel are considered an advantage.
• Proven and essential experience in NEC4 contract management in the UK, preferably within the railway sector, working with Network Rail or other UK railway authorities. Experience under other NEC4 contract forms (PSC, DBM, etc.) will be positively valued.
• A Master’s degree in Project Management or equivalent will be an advantage.
• NEC4 certification or specific training in NEC contracts will be valued.
• Previous experience on Network Rail projects, with knowledge of its standards, governance model and approval procedures, will be positively considered.
• Experience in other complex international projects (FIDIC, JCT, etc.) is also desirable.

Role And Responsibilities

Reporting to Operations Direction, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Contract management of the project from the tender / commercial phase, providing support during negotiations with partners, suppliers and clients, and offering continuous contractual advice to the project team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordination and protection of the project’s interests in relation to partners, clients, suppliers and any other third parties involved, in coordination with the Legal Department.
  • Support in the negotiation and execution of the main project contract, including monitoring and tracking contractual obligations and requirements.
  • Support in the negotiation and execution of subcontracts, internal procurement agreements and any other third-party agreements required for the assigned project(s).
  • Identification and management of contractual opportunities, working closely with the project team.
  • Review and development of the project program to support the substantiation of contractual deviations and claims.
  • Review, analysis and monitoring of the “Accepted Programmed” in accordance with NEC4, ensuring proper identification and substantiation of Compensation Events and contractual deviations.
  • Continuous collaboration with the project team in defining the optimal project strategy from an operational, commercial, planning and, where relevant, legal, financial and risk perspective.
  • Support in the management and negotiation of contractual claims, with the assistance of the Legal Department.
  • Control, review and follow-up of written communications with the client, partners and third parties.
  • Attendance at meetings with partners, clients and/or third parties