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University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Birmingham is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee the contractual aspects of construction projects. The role involves managing contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and facilitating communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be responsible for minimizing risks and maximizing project profitability. Strong contract management skills are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract preparation, review, and negotiation.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
• Manage contract-related communication with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project teams to meet timelines and budgets.
• Handle change orders and contract amendments.
• Resolve contractual disputes and claims.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation.
• Monitor and control project costs.
• Oversee contract closeout and final payments.

Job description

Overview

The Contracts Manager will be responsible for overseeing the contractual aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. This role involves managing contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards, and maintaining effective communication with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders. The Contracts Manager will play a critical role in minimizing risk and maximizing project profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract preparation, review, and negotiation.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
• Manage contract-related communication with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project teams to meet timelines and budgets.
• Handle change orders and contract amendments.
• Resolve contractual disputes and claims.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation.
• Monitor and control project costs.
• Oversee contract closeout and final payments.