Senior Contracts Manager

PWHytek Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in the maritime industry is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager in South Shields. This role involves leading contract management for Royal Navy vessels and requires strong project management experience. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Engineering and excellent communication skills. Previous experience in defence or marine sectors is preferred. This position offers opportunities for dynamic project involvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project or contract management, preferably within defence, marine, or shipbuilding sectors.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Project team, ensuring successful development and closeout of all tasks.
• Oversee planning and execution of upgrade programs.
• Liaise with MOD representatives to ensure alignment with standards.

Skills

Project or contract management experience

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Experience in defence or marine sectors

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint)

Job description

PWHytek Ltd is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager for our client in the Maritime industry based in South Shields region. This is a new position arisen due to company growth plans.

You will be a lead for contracts for Royal Navy /MOD vessels. Requiring experience in project or contract management, preferably within defence, marine, or shipbuilding sectors.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Project team, ensuring the successful development and closeout of all technical tasks.
• Oversee planning and execution of upgrade programs, providing detailed work packages and schedules to MOD, contractors, and ships' staff.
• Liaise with MOD representatives to ensure alignment with defence engineering and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and OEMs to define scope, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Deliver projects from initial request through execution and completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance.
• Ensure technical solutions are delivered in a timely and effective manner, including upgrades and modifications to vessels.
• Manage cost and resource estimation, change control processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and produce comprehensive project reports..
• Ensure project delivery adheres to safety, quality, and statutory regulations.
• Monitor team performance through KPIs and provide monthly reports to the General Manager.
• Maintain awareness of industry standards and classification requirements.
• Undertake any other technical or operational duties as required.

Skills and Experience required for the Senior Contracts Manager role:

• Demonstrated experience in project or contract management, preferably within defence, marine, or shipbuilding sectors
• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple technical workstreams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
• Having a background supporting MOD-managed assets, particularly Royal Navy or RFA is desirable
• Knowledge of Classification Societies, Flag State requirements, and defence regulations.

Full details of the Senior Contracts Manager role is available on application