As Contracts Manager you will lead on the selection, appointment and contract management of key supply chain partners working on behalf of our client. They will be responsible for delivering EPC contracts for electrical networks within the UK, primarily managing an ICP who will be building networks on behalf of the IDNO.

You will have experience as a construction quantity surveyor and extensive experience of managing construction contracts. The role will require good interpersonal skills bringing together contractors and internal resources.

For the main part, you will regularly measure progress and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role will lean on your quantity surveying experience gained from a construction / electrical background. You will be able to estimate costs and work with the Project Managers and Planners to ensure actual costs, quantities and time lines are accurate.

Contractually you will be well versed with EPC, NEC, FIDIC and JCT contract types. You will lead procurement processes and contract negotiations as well as managing the contract throughout its life cycle. This includes ensuring any contractual disputes are well documented and, where necessary, are escalated with the Management and Legal Teams

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
• Scrutinising labour and material costs, as well as contracts to deliver best value.
• Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
• Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.
• Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
• Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
• Establishing and maintaining professional, effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Travelling to various sites as required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, quantity surveying, engineering, contract management, or similar.
• Construction estimating and/or finance experience is advantageous.
• Experience in buried heat networks, is advantageous
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Sound knowledge of construction principles.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organise, plan, and strategise.

For full details on this excellent contract opportunity please contact the recruitment team or apply online

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