Strategic Contracts Manager

Adult Learning; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Contracts Manager to oversee Strategic Highways Contracts in a vibrant city. This role involves managing resources for a significant Highways project, providing guidance to teams, and navigating complex contractual issues. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of NEC contracts and financial management experience. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a flexible, hybrid working environment while contributing to the community and delivering excellent services. If you're motivated and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Local Government Pension Scheme

Car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of NEC Engineering and Construction Contracts.
• Proven financial management experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Strategic Highways Contracts and monitor their performance.
• Support contract mobilization and manage resources for the Highways project.

Skills

NEC Engineering and Construction Contracts

Financial Management

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

HND in Civil Engineering

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Strategic Contracts Manager | 8084 | Permanent contract | 37 hours per week | £25,584 to £27,269 per annum (Grade E) | County Hall, Norwich

Norfolk offers a beautiful mix of countryside, market towns, rural villages, the Norfolk Broads, coastal landscapes, and the vibrant city of Norwich, making it an ideal place to live, work, and thrive.

We are seeking an experienced, driven, and passionate Contracts Manager to oversee the County Council’s Strategic Highways Contracts and monitor their performance.

Upon appointment, you will support a senior team in managing resources for the £500m+ Highways Re-procurement project, which includes the Term Maintenance Contractor, Professional Services Supplier, and Traffic Signals Contractor, all expiring on 31 March 2026. Your role involves resource management and supporting contract mobilization.

You will also assist with managing Strategic Contracts as needed, providing advice, guidance, and support to the Assistant Director of Highway Services and the wider highways teams in their dealings with consultants and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have excellent knowledge of NEC (New Engineering Contract) Engineering and Construction Contracts and proven financial management experience. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential for navigating complex contractual issues.

Qualifications required include an HNC, HND, Degree in Civil Engineering or a similar technical subject, or equivalent experience in a similar role.

We value motivated teams that work well together, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and deliver excellent services to Norfolk. Our flexible, hybrid working model is supported by first-class technology platforms. Good broadband connectivity is required.

For an informal discussion, contact Nick Haverson at [e-mail].

Benefits of Working with Norfolk County Council

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options, including flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Employee discounts through Norfolk Rewards
• Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient options for extra pension contributions and bikes
• Car lease scheme for low-emission vehicles (subject to eligibility)
• Referral bonuses for hard-to-fill roles

We recommend reviewing the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying. Internal applicants can view vacancies via myOracle using their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email addresses.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk of redundancy or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 1 May 2025 at 23:59

All other applications close on: 18 May 2025 at 23:59

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts miles of coastline, the unique Broads, thriving market towns, and a culturally rich city. Our economy is growing through innovation in energy, food, and other sectors. We have ambitious plans for housing and educational infrastructure. As the main local authority serving over 850,000 residents, we aim to provide high-quality services through community involvement, efficiency, and innovation, working in partnership with local businesses, voluntary groups, and other authorities.