Contracts Manager

Elastic Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Elastic Ltd is seeking a Contracts Manager to own and optimise commercial contracts within an energy infrastructure portfolio in the United Kingdom. You will lead procurement activities, manage supplier contracts end-to-end and negotiate terms with partners to support rapid project delivery.

The role requires 3–5+ years in contract management, with NEC4 ECC experience being essential. You will collaborate with legal, commercial and project teams to mitigate risks and implement robust contract

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in contract management, preferably in construction or energy.
• Experience with NEC4 ECC contracts is essential.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience in procurement and tendering processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier contracts through the full contract lifecycle.
• Lead procurement activities, including RFQs, RFPs and tender evaluations.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and contractors.
• Support NEC4 contracts and related obligations.
• Collaborate with legal, commercial and project teams to manage risks.
• Develop and implement contract management processes.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Contract lifecycle

Commercial awareness

Tools

NEC4 ECC contracts

Job description

Contracts Manager | Energy Infrastructure

Salary: Up to £80,000 + up to 20% bonus

I'm working with a rapidly growing, well-funded energy infrastructure business that is playing a key role in the UK's transition towards low-carbon heating.

Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of major infrastructure projects, we're looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the team.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of commercial contracts and procurement activities within an ambitious business delivering critical energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage supplier contracts throughout the full contract lifecycle.
• Lead procurement activities, including RFQs, RFPs and tender evaluations.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and contractors.
• Support the management of NEC4 contracts and associated contractual obligations.
• Work closely with legal, commercial and project delivery teams to manage contractual risks.
• Support the development and implementation of contract management processes.

What We're Looking For:

• 3–5+ years' experience in contract management, ideally within construction, infrastructure, utilities or energy.
• Experience working with NEC4 ECC contracts is essential.
• Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience managing procurement and tendering processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing business.

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking to make an impact in the energy transition, I'd love to hear from you.