Contracts Manager

NES Fircroft; Wales; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft seeks an experienced Contracts Manager for a clean energy project in Wales, responsible for managing EPCM and contract administration. With 15+ years in contract management within energy sectors, you will ensure compliance and efficient operations throughout the project's lifecycle.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years relevant experience in managing large capital work Contracts in oil & gas, petrochemical or energy developments.
• Strong listening and commitment.
• Ability to perform in difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient administration of the EPCM Contract and related Contract issues.
• Monitor compliance of contractual obligations.
• Review Contractor’s entitlement to payments.

Skills

Contract management principles

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Team working skills

Job description

NES Fircroft are delighted to be partnering with a Construction industry giant on their Energy Transition journey, supporting the development of a Clean Energy project in Wales.

The client are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the project on a contract basis to work Monday to Friday on site full time 5 days per week. In return candidates will be offered strong day rates of pay and the chance to work on a flagship client project progressing the UKs journey to a cleaner energy industry.

Job Purpose:
The Contracts Manager (CM) will be responsible for the administration of the EPCM Contract and all works package contractor and supplier contracts. The CM will provide the project team guidance on contractual matters, monitor Contractual payment, variations and Contractor’s claims during the execution of the EPCM Contract and all Works Package Contracts. The CM will:

• Ensure efficient administration of the EPCM Contract and related Contract issues
• Monitor compliance of contractual obligations.
• Review Contractor’s entitlement to payments and ensure such payments are made on time
• Report Contract and commercial status of the EPC Contract.
• Ensure EPC and related insurances are provided.
• Report Contract and commercial status of the Works Package Contracts.
• Ensure related insurances are provided to site management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support compliance with the EPCM and related work package contracts
• Provide guidance and direction in respect of the provisions and extent of the EPCM and Works Package Contracts
• Minimise exposure to variations and claims
• Review and advise the EPCM Contractor’s application for Payment Milestones, Statements of the Contractor.
• Review and support the work package contractor’s application for Payment Milestones, Statements of the Contractor.
• Review variation proposals, variation orders and ensure status of Contractual commitments is maintained

Qualifications & Experience:
The CM will have at least 15 years relevant experience in management of large capital work Contracts in oil & gas, petrochemical or energy developments. Additionally, the CM will have:

• Thorough working knowledge of and experience in Contract management principles and practices
• Analytical and negotiation skills and team working through behaviour & influence.
• Demonstrated strong listening and communication skills with high energy and commitment.
• A “can do” attitude and ability to perform in difficult situations
• Strong teamwork skills.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.