Contracts Manager

JL Renewable Solutions; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and energy services organisation in Bristol is seeking an experienced Contract Manager. The role involves managing contracts across the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal obligations while protecting company interests. Ideal candidates should have strong contract management experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a background in engineering or energy projects. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager, Commercial Manager, or Project Contracts Specialist.
• Strong understanding of contract law and experience with NEC3, NEC4, or FIDIC contract forms.
• Background in engineering, energy, construction, or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual and commercial aspects of engineering and energy projects.
• Review ITTs, terms & conditions, and identify potential risks or commercial issues.
• Lead contract negotiations, manage change orders, and support claims and dispute resolution.
• Advise project teams on contractual obligations, ensuring compliance and traceability.

Skills

Contract Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Fluent in English

Job description

Contract Manager - Engineering / Energy Projects

📍 Location: Bristol (Hybrid - with travel to client sites)

💰 Salary: Competitive + Company Benefits

🕒 Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join a leading engineering and energy services organisation in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional with strong experience in contract management, project delivery, or commercial management within the engineering, construction, or energy sector.

You’ll be responsible for managing contracts across the full project lifecycle - from tender review to closeout - ensuring that all contractual, commercial, and legal obligations are fully met while protecting company interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual and commercial aspects of engineering and energy projects.
• Review ITTs, terms & conditions, and identify potential risks or commercial issues.
• Lead contract negotiations, manage change orders, and support claims and dispute resolution.
• Advise project teams on contractual obligations, ensuring compliance and traceability.
• Support procurement by flowing down main contract terms to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and issue resolution.
• Document all contractual decisions, ensuring complete and accurate records.
• Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned in contract management processes.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager, Commercial Manager, or Project Contracts Specialist.
• Strong understanding of contract law and experience with NEC3, NEC4, or FIDIC contract forms.
• Background in engineering, energy, construction, or industrial projects.
• Excellent negotiation, risk management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Desirable:

• Experience in nuclear or heavy industrial sectors.
• Fluency in French would be an advantage.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on major UK energy and engineering projects.
• Join a respected organisation with a focus on innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Develop your expertise in commercial and contractual management within a growing business.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities.

📩 Ready to take the next step? Apply now with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion about this exciting Contract Manager opportunity.