Contracts Manager

Contracts Consultancy Ltd; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

CCL Global is recruiting a Contracts Manager to support ITO/OTR teams in preparing and submitting Compensation Event quotations. The role focuses on contractor/subcontractor fees, risk allowances, proper rates, and identify claimable costs, with a Stafford base and hybrid work arrangement.

Ideal candidates will have NEC 3 Option A experience and a history of guiding project teams in contract negotiations and CE quotations. Previous exposure to Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission PLC is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, contract management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in NEC 3 Option A type of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage the endto-end contracting process, including drafting, reviewing, and renewing agreements, Compensation Events and contract amendments.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to identify contractual requirements and ensure alignment. Conduct risk assessments and implement strategies to minimize contractual risks and maximize margin expectations.
• Ability to negotiate and to provide guidance to the project team in contract negotiations and CE quotations.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/contract management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CCL Global are working with a major power client to hire a Contracts Manager to primarily support their project ITO/OTR teams to prepare and submit quotations for Compensation Events, assess and guide the team on specific issues like, but not limited to, application of contractor and subcontractor fees, risk allowances, application of proper rates, identification of claimable and non claimable costs.

• Location: Stafford - 3 days per week (Tues, Wed & Thursday) / 2 days from home (Mon & Friday
• Rate - Up to GBP75 p/h (Umbrella)

A proven experience in NEC 3 Option A is essential for the role. Previous experience with SCOTTISH HYDRO ELECTRIC TRANSMISSION PLC is a PLUS but not essential.

Position Summary:

The Contract Management Specialist oversees the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring timely execution and compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements. Specifically, this role requires proven experience in Compensation Events quotation methodologies, including fees application for Contractor's and Subcontractor's Works, identification of CE opportunities and identification of the allowed additional costs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the endtoend contracting process, including drafting, reviewing, and renewing agreements, Compensation Events and contract amendments.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to identify contractual requirements and ensure alignment. Conduct risk assessments and implement strategies to minimize contractual risks and maximize margin expectations.
• Ability to negotiate and to provide guidance to the project team in contract negotiations and CE quotations.
• Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in business, contract management, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in NEC 3 Option A type of contract.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and best practices. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools.