Contracts Manager

Nicholas Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead commercial and contractual management for complex civil engineering projects. You will collaborate with operations, commercial and senior management to protect commercial interests and ensure delivery on time, within budget and in full compliance with contract obligations.

You will review contracts, manage risk, provide guidance to project teams and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager in construction, civil engineering or related infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex contractual information and provide practical advice.
• Good organisational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the contractual and commercial aspects of multiple construction and civil engineering projects.
• Review, negotiate and administer contracts including main and subcontract agreements.
• Identify, assess and mitigate contractual, commercial and financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, specifications and legislation.
• Manage variations, compensation events, extensions of time, claims and notices.
• Monitor costs, budgets and forecasts for projects.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Education

Construction management/Commercial management qualification

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering complex projects across a range of sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven professional to take responsibility for the successful commercial and contractual management of projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in accordance with contractual obligations.

Working closely with operational, commercial and senior management teams, you will play a key role in managing contractual risk, protecting commercial interests and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the contractual and commercial aspects of multiple construction and civil engineering projects.
• Review, negotiate and administer contracts, including main contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Identify, assess and mitigate contractual, commercial and financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, specifications and relevant legislation.
• Manage variations, compensation events, extensions of time, claims and contractual notices.
• Monitor project performance, costs, budgets and commercial forecasts.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, quantity surveyors and site teams to support successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Provide contractual advice and guidance to project teams and senior management.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution, ensuring contractual issues are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Ensure appropriate contract records, correspondence and documentation are maintained.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance throughout project delivery.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager role within construction, civil engineering or a related infrastructure environment.
• A strong understanding of construction contracts, including NEC and/or JCT forms of contract.
• Demonstrable experience in Infrastructure, Energy & Data, Highways, Structures and Rail
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to interpret complex contractual information and provide clear, practical advice.
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• A sound understanding of construction health and safety requirements and industry best practice.
• A relevant qualification in construction management, quantity surveying, commercial management or a related discipline is desirable.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary, reflective of your skills and experience.
• The opportunity to work on challenging and varied construction and civil engineering projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.