Nuclear Contract Manager – Hybrid, Bristol

Carrington West; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Carrington West is recruiting a Contract Manager to join its Bristol-based team supporting new build nuclear projects across the UK. Hybrid working options and a focus on commercial and contractual management across complex engineering and construction programmes.

You will manage NEC contracts, coordinate with Project Managers, and lead negotiations with clients, suppliers and delivery partners, ensuring contracts are delivered on time, within budget and in line with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Contract Manager, Commercial Manager or similar.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4.
• Experience on major infrastructure, engineering, construction or energy projects.
• Experience managing contract variations, change control, claims and commercial risks.
• Understanding UK construction contract models and contractual procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts across major new build nuclear and infrastructure projects, ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Provide commercial and contractual support to Project Managers and delivery teams.
• Administer NEC contracts, including change control, variations and compensation events.
• Identify and manage contractual risks with mitigation strategies.
• Support contract negotiations with clients, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Develop contract management plans and maintain accurate contractual records.
• Monitor contract performance against KPIs, budgets, and milestones.
• Review contract variations, amendments and extension requests.
• Support resolution of contractual disputes and commercial issues.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure effective communication throughout project delivery.
• Support tendering, bidding and procurement activities.

Skills

NEC contracts knowledge

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Commercial/Engineering-related degree

Tools

NEC3/NEC4

Job description

Carrington West is recruiting a Contract Manager to join its Bristol-based team supporting new build nuclear projects across the UK. Hybrid working options and a focus on commercial and contractual management across complex engineering and construction programmes.

You will manage NEC contracts, coordinate with Project Managers, and lead negotiations with clients, suppliers and delivery partners, ensuring contracts are delivered on time, within budget and in line with regulatory requirements.