Contracts Manager

Rullion; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Ltd is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide commercial leadership across complex engineering and project delivery.

You will oversee contractual obligations, manage changes and claims, and advise project teams on commercial matters throughout the lifecycle, including tendering, execution and close-out. The role requires collaboration with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders while safeguarding the company's commercial position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in contract management/development or relevant project management.
• Experience with UK contract models used in energy and construction, especially NEC 3 & 4.
• Experience in consortium agreement and management.
• Knowledge of public, nuclear and defence contract policies and strategies.
• Desirable: APM or Prince 2 or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Develop contract documentation for all project stages from tendering to close out.
• Manage risk contracts, governance, performance and financial management with Project Manager.
• Maintain contract records including spend, performance and outcomes.
• Monitor contract performance against KPIs and take corrective action.
• Assist with tendering, bidding, execution and close out phases of contracts.
• Prepare for and facilitate contract negotiations; interpret terms and conditions.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

NEC knowledge

Risk and governance

Education

APM or Prince2 or equivalent

Job description

Location: Manchester or Bristol Preferred - Can consider Remote working however travel to Bristol 1-2 Days per month will be required

Hours of work: 40 Hours Per Week

The Role:

Our client is currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contractual leadership across complex engineering and project delivery activities. You will ensure that contractual obligations, entitlements, and risks are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Your role will also support tendering, bidding, execution, and close out phases by administering contracts, managing change control and claims, negotiating contractual amendments, and advising project teams on commercial matters.

You will work collaboratively with Clients, Suppliers, Partners, and internal stakeholders across the company, the Contract Manager safeguards the company's commercial position, promotes compliance with contractual requirements, and contributes to the successful delivery of projects in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and risk management.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop contract documentation, including contract management plans, at all stages of the Project life cycle from tendering, bidding, execution and close out
• Work closely with the Project Manager, manages risk contracts, including governance, risk, performance and financial management
• Maintain accurate contract records inclusive of contract spend, contractor performance, risk and outcomes.
• Monitor and report on contract performance against KPIs and requirements, identifying and undertaking corrective action.
• Undertake market research and applies findings to manage and inform contract decisions.
• Validate invoices and reports, and ensures that payment schedules are met.
• Assess and prepare contract variations and exemption requests, making appropriate decisions based on risk.
• Prepare for and facilitates straightforward contract negotiations.
• Interpret contract requirements, terms and conditions and ensures that all parties understand and deliver on their responsibilities.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve routine contractual issues and escalates more complex issues.
• Review and evaluate expiring contracts and uses the results to shape future group contractual strategy.
• Apply and advise on processes for exercising extension options, contract expiry and transition management.
• You will contribute to the further development of the multidisciplinary competences by indicating areas for improvement and integrating lessons learnt.
• You will also mentor junior engineers and share your experience and expertise with the team

Experience/Qualifications:

• Candidates will have experience in contract development and/or management OR relevant project management
• Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in Contract management/development
• Candidate will have experience and knowledge relating to UK Contract models used in the energy and construction sectors, in particular New Engineering Contract (NEC 3 & 4)
• Experience in consortium agreement and management.
• Knowledge of public, nuclear and defence contract policies, issues and strategic directions.
• APM or Prince 2 or equivalent qualification - Desirable

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Company information:

This is a Permanent vacancy and is being advertised by Rullion Ltd

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.