Contracts Manager - NEC 4 Contract framework - £60k

Our trusted client operates in a dynamic market and are united in the determination to expedite the energy transition to netzero! Over the past decade they have been recognised as the market leaders in this field. Fully embracing innovation, they focus and act as a team ensuring the best ideas are heard and implemented.

Due to our phenomenal growth, they are seeking a Contracts Manager, as part of a growing Supply Chain team. The postholder will be responsible for the pre and post contract award management of a portfolio of Contracts and Procurement requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all project contract documentation is drafted and negotiated with Suppliers/Subcontractors using NEC contract frameworks to minimise risk and to keep within agreed budgets.
• To ensure that draft Scope of Works supplied by stakeholders are commercially robust and in alignment with NEC4 contract format.
• To drive negotiations with Suppliers and Subcontractors to achieve the best commercial outcomes for whilst ensuring that contracting principles are adhered to.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Project Managers, Engineering, Legal and Finance Business Partners as transitions to an EPC Management model.
• Provide project cost analysis and reporting.
• To process Payment Certificates, Early Warning and Defects Notices along with Compensation Events.
• Provide Contracts and Procurement advice to the Project and other functional stakeholders.
• Promote best Contracts and Procurement practices.
• Build Supplier and Subcontractor relationships through maintaining knowledge of the Supply Chain though training and attending external events. To share supply chain information with stakeholders.

Skills :

• Contracts and Procurement experience of NEC contract frameworks - drafting, execution and post contract award administration including the use of NEC Contract Management software e.g. CEMAR.
• Understanding of risk allocation, early warnings, compensation events and other critical NEC elements.
• Experience working in a multi-project, multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural environment with strong technical and commercial skills.

Desirable skills:

• Previous Energy, Construction, Solar PV and BESS experience is desirable.
• HSEQ

Qualifications:

• HND/ Degree in Engineering/ Science or related Supply Chain Management qualification e.g., CIPS.
• Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable (i.e., CIPS).

Overall, an excellent greenfield opportunity with global focus on climate change. There has never been a better more exciting time to join this fast-paced market leader as they look to expand their footprint and accelerate the transition to net zero.