Contracts Manager

Niyaa People; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Contract Manager responsible for commercial and contractual management of capital and cyclical works programmes. The ideal candidate will develop a Contract Management Plan, provide budget reports, ensure contractor compliance, and support procurement processes. With a salary range of £57,000-£60,000 and additional benefits, this role demands strong contract management knowledge, analytical and negotiation skills, and a relevant degree. Professional membership is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of contract management principles (NEC/JCT).
• Proven experience in commercial management for planned works or construction projects.
• Professional membership (RICS, MCIOB, CIPS) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a Contract Management Plan (CMP) with KPI's and risk registers.
• Provide strategic commercial reports on budget performance, risk analysis, and supplier compliance.
• Monitor budgets, validate contractor payment applications, and manage variations.
• Support procurement processes and ensure sustainability and social value are embedded in contracts.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain audit readiness.

Skills

Contract management principles

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or Business/Finance

Job description

We are excited to be recruiting for a Contract Manager to take on the commercial and contractual management of our planned capital and cyclical works programmes. This newly created Contract Manager role is essential for ensuring value for money, compliance, and robust financial control across frameworks and call‑off agreements for an annual salary of GBP57‑60,000 with many other great benefits! As a Contract Manager, you will be the contract owner, providing governance and commercial assurance while working closely with senior stakeholders, including the Assistant Director of Asset Management and the Finance Director. A key part of the Contract Manager role will involve conducting open‑book financial reviews with contractors to ensure transparency and identify efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a Contract Management Plan (CMP) with KPI's and risk registers.
• Provide strategic commercial reports on budget performance, risk analysis, and supplier compliance.
• Monitor budgets, validate contractor payment applications, and manage variations.
• Support procurement processes and ensure sustainability and social value are embedded in contracts.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain audit readiness.

You will have

• A strong understanding of contract management principles (NEC/JCT).
• Proven experience in commercial management for planned works or construction projects.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or Business/Finance.
• Professional membership (RICS, MCIOB, CIPS) is desirable.