Subcontracts Lead – Energy & Infrastructure Projects

Metlen; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals in Newcastle seeks a Subcontracts Supervisor to lead drafting, negotiating and administering contracts across EPC/construction projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

You will manage schedule performance, coordinate multi-discipline contracts with site teams, ensure legal/regulatory compliance, and support senior leadership in contract execution, amendments and close-out. The role requires 5–10 years in contracts management and a relevant bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree is considered an asset).
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in contracts management within EPC / construction / energy / infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on subcontractor (downstream) contracts.
• Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and administering subcontracts, including handling variations and claims and dispute resolution.
• Solid understanding of contractual frameworks (e.g. NEC FIDIC or equivalent) and commercial terms.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and maximize commercial benefits throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing schedule performance, progress and progress measurement from a Quantitative and Qualitative view.
• Ability to manage multiple and multidisciplinary contracts and work with site teams to control interfaces.
• In cooperation with legal team, ensure contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements in the energy sector.
• Support Senior Project Leadership team on managing contract execution, amendments, and close-out processes.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks to prevent disputes and financial losses.
• Support internal teams in monitoring contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, timelines, and deliverables.
• Handle claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes effectively in cooperation with Senior Project Leadership team.
• Act as the key point of contact for contractual matters with internal teams.
• Participate in negotiations with contractors and suppliers supporting PM and procurement/construction teams to secure favourable terms.
• Support commercial and procurement teams in supplier evaluations and selection processes.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Drafting contracts

Risk management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

METLEN Energy & Metals in Newcastle seeks a Subcontracts Supervisor to lead drafting, negotiating and administering contracts across EPC/construction projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

You will manage schedule performance, coordinate multi-discipline contracts with site teams, ensure legal/regulatory compliance, and support senior leadership in contract execution, amendments and close-out. The role requires 5–10 years in contracts management and a relevant bachelor's degree.