Contracts Manager

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The Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of our construction projects, from inception to completion. This individual will be responsible for all contractual and commercial aspects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety, while effectively managing risk and maximising commercial opportunities.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Administration & Management: Oversee the drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of various construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC). Ensure meticulous adherence to contractual obligations by all parties.

• Commercial Management: Drive the commercial success of projects, including cost value reconciliation (CVR), cash flow forecasting, and the management of project budgets.

• Procurement & Sub-contractor Management: Lead procurement strategies, manage the tendering process, and oversee the appointment and ongoing commercial management of sub-contractors and suppliers.

• Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle. Implement effective change control procedures.

• Claims & Dispute Resolution: Manage and prepare claims, variations, and final accounts. Play a key role in negotiating and resolving contractual disputes in a timely and effective manner.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely commercial reports for senior management, highlighting project performance, risks, and opportunities.

• Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and other stakeholders on all contractual and commercial matters, fostering strong working relationships.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, site teams, and other internal departments to ensure seamless project delivery and alignment on commercial objectives.

• Best Practice & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and company standards. Promote and implement commercial best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the construction industry.

• A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or a related field.

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) qualification, preferably via the Quantity Surveying and Construction or Commercial Practice pathway, is highly desirable. This background demonstrates a strong foundation in:

• Contract Practice & Administration: In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, their mechanisms, and effective administration.

• Commercial Management of Construction: Expertise in managing project finances, cost control, and maximising profitability.

• Procurement and Tendering: Skilled in developing procurement strategies and managing tender processes.

• Project Financial Control & Reporting: Competency in forecasting, managing budgets, and reporting on project financial performance.

• Quantification and Costing of Construction Works: Ability to accurately measure and cost works.

• Risk Management & Dispute Resolution: Understanding of identifying and managing commercial risks and resolving disputes.

• Ethics and Professionalism: Commitment to the high ethical and professional standards upheld by RICS.

• Thorough understanding of various forms of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).

• Demonstrable experience in managing project commercial performance, including CVRs, forecasting, and final accounts.

• Strong negotiation, influencing, and communication (both written and verbal) skills.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively under pressure.

• Proficient in relevant construction industry software.

Personal Attributes:

• Commercially astute with a keen eye for detail.

• Proactive, results-oriented, and self-motivated.

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

• Ethical, with a commitment to transparency and integrity.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships.