Contract Manager NEC4

Contract Manager NEC4 – 6 months, SC Hybrid (Milton Keynes, £560 per day)

Our client is seeking an experienced NEC4 Contract Manager with SC or DV Security Clearance.

Working hours are flexible within a compressed week, a minimum of 37.5 hours over 4 days, with an expectation of flexibility as required by the business – 2‑3 days on‑site. The role is based in Milton Keynes, Bucks, and is hybrid with the ability to commute from Luton, North London, Northampton, East Midlands, Peterborough, Bedford.

Working in an SC Security Cleared environment. You will hold current SC or DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance, or be eligible to obtain it.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• NEC Accreditation – e.g., ECC Project Manager Accreditation, NEC4 Accreditation.
• Extensive, demonstrable experience as an NEC Contract Manager on major construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of NEC ECC, PSC, and relevant options/clauses, with practical administration expertise.
• Proven experience across both pre‑contract and post‑contract stages.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret and advise on contractual risk, entitlement, and obligations.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to coach and influence at all levels.

Desirable

• Professional membership of relevant bodies – e.g., RICS, CICES, APM, ICE.
• Experience in regulated, high‑complexity sectors such as rail, nuclear, highways, utilities, aviation, defence.
• Legal or commercial qualifications.

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