Engineering Contract Manager

Advanced Resource Managers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK rail operator is searching for an Engineering Contracts Manager to oversee rolling stock leasing, maintenance, and modification contracts. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience in engineering or commercial contracts, along with a degree-level education. Responsibilities include providing expert advice, managing supplier relationships, and supervising the Rolling Stock Contracts Manager. Competitive salary up to £60,000 plus benefits including pension and private healthcare offered for this permanent position.

Benefits

Rail travel

Private healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in engineering or commercial contracts, preferably in rail or transport.
• Ability to manage complex contracts and provide strategic advice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rolling stock leasing, maintenance, and modification contracts.
• Provide expert commercial and contractual advice.
• Support business planning and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strong commercial awareness

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Professional qualification in Engineering / Contract Management

Job description

Job Description

Engineering Contracts Manager – Major Projects

Location: Central London

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum + benefits (rail travel, pension, private healthcare)

Type: Permanent

Role Overview

A leading UK rail operator is seeking an Engineering Contracts Manager to oversee rolling stock leasing, maintenance, and modification contracts. You will provide expert commercial and contractual advice, support business planning, and manage relationships with suppliers and ROSCOs. The role includes supervising the Rolling Stock Contracts Manager and liaising with Finance to ensure accurate budgeting and reporting.

Key Requirements

• Degree-level education or equivalent; professional qualification in Engineering / Contract Management desirable
• 5–7 years’ experience in engineering or commercial contracts, preferably in rail or transport
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex contracts and provide strategicli>

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