Contracts Manager

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Contracts Manager

Gloucestershire

Job title: Contracts Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Rate: 60,000 - 70,000 Per Annum + Benefits Package
Location: Manchester or Bristol Preferred - Can consider Remote working however travel to Bristol 1-2 Days per month will be required
Hours of work: 40 Hours Per Week

The Role:
Our client is currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager to provide commercial and contractual leadership across complex engineering and project delivery activities. You will ensure that contractual obligations, entitlements, and risks are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Your role will also support tendering, bidding, execution, and close out phases by administering contracts, managing change control and claims, negotiating contractual amendments, and advising project teams on commercial matters.

You will work collaboratively with Clients, Suppliers, Partners, and internal stakeholders across the company, the Contract Manager safeguards the company's commercial position, promotes compliance with contractual requirements, and contributes to the successful delivery of projects in terms of cost, schedule, quality, and risk management.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Develop contract documentation, including contract management plans, at all stages of the Project life cycle from tendering, bidding, execution and close out
Work closely with the Project Manager, manages risk contracts, including governance, risk, performance and financial management
Maintain accurate contract records inclusive of contract spend, contractor performance, risk and outcomes.
Monitor and report on contract performance against KPIs and requirements, identifying and undertaking corrective action.
Undertake market research and applies findings to manage and inform contract decisions.
Validate invoices and reports, and ensures that payment schedules are met.
Assess and prepare contract variations and exemption requests, making appropriate decisions based on risk.
Prepare for and facilitates straightforward contract negotiations.
Interpret contract requirements, terms and conditions and ensures that all parties understand and deliver on their responsibilities.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and customers.
Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve routine contractual issues and escalates more complex issues.
Review and evaluate expiring contracts and uses the results to shape future group contractual strategy.
Apply and advise on processes for exercising extension options, contract expiry and transition management.
You will contribute to the further development of the multidisciplinary competences by indicating areas for improvement and integrating lessons learnt.
You will also mentor junior engineers and share your experience and expertise with the team

Experience/Qualifications:
Candidates will have experience in contract development and/or management OR relevant project management
Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in Contract management/development
Candidate will have experience and knowledge relating to UK Contract models used in the energy and construction sectors, in particular New Engineering Contract (NEC 3 & 4)
Experience in consortium agreement and management.
Knowledge of public, nuclear and defence contract policies, issues and strategic directions.
APM or Prince 2 or equivalent qualification - Desirable

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"

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Company information:
This is a Permanent vacancy and is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 Annual +

Hours Per Week: Full Time

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