Contract Manager

Responsibilities:Ensure that commercial resources are adequate for the successful delivery of the project.Demonstrate a high level of commercial and technical knowledge and work as part of the Project Team.Develop and manage strategic contracts that reflect customer needs and take into account legislation, Health & Safety, fraud prevention, sustainability, and workforce considerations.Ensure that all contractual obligations are fulfilled, including those related to Health & Safety and sustainability.Maintain and manage project risk registers to ensure early identification of risks and to ensure contingencies are in place to manage and minimise them.Implement and fully comply with D&M’s Commercial Procedures at site level.Maximise cash flow through the timely preparation of valuations, submission of invoices, and receipt of payments.Ensure that project teams have a strong commercial understanding and focus, providing appropriate motivation and leading by example.Manage the timely procurement of subcontractors.Take ownership of objectives set by Management / Department Head.Support the Head of Contracts/Commercial in the development and implementation of the supplier performance and contract management strategy.Contribute to the budget preparation of the Commercial Department.Deliver optimum performance levels for major service contracts within the contract portfolio.Manage the prompt preparation of variations, claims, and disputes.Manage, control, and guide assigned personnel, promoting knowledge sharing, learning, and the development of a team that is able to think creatively.Provide expert advice to departments on relevant contracts in compliance with applicable legislation, budgets, professional standards, and D&M’s vision and values.Develop and manage strategic contracts in accordance with D&M’s vision, policies, governance arrangements, and values.Support D&M’s business continuity planning by providing expert advice and guidance when required.Develop a close working relationship with D&M’s Legal Services Department regarding all matters related to contractual terms and conditions, new legislation, and other relevant legal matters.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent.A legal-related degree would be an advantage.Professional membership qualification such as RICS, CIOB, ICES, CIARB, or similar.Minimum of 12 years of related work experience in similar industries.