Contracts Manager, Senior Manager

Contracts Manager (NEC4 ECC) Location: Cardiff, South Wales Duration: 6-9 months initially, potential permanent position Circa £55,000 per annum/pro rata (Private Healthcare, Retails discounts & cash back schemes, Salary sacrifice pension, 30 days leave, possibility of a car allowance or company vehicle) They are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager on a contract basis for around 6-9 months initially, to be involved in their large Cardiff project. The Contracts Manager will have proven track record in the management and delivery of NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contracts (ECC) in a site-based environment, with hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle from mobilisation through to completion and closeout. Administering NEC4 ECC contracts as Contractor’s Representative/Contract Manager, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, programme requirements, and early warning procedures Managing the early warning register and risk reduction meetings in accordance with NEC4 clause requirements, proactively identifying and mitigating programme and cost risks Issuing and responding to compensation events (CEs) within NEC4 timescales, including assessment, notification, and quotation management in line with clauses 6065 Coordinating with the Project Manager and Supervisor to manage the accepted programme, monitor float and critical path, and maintain progress reporting obligations Preparing and reviewing activity schedules and bills of quantities to support cost management and interim payment applications Managing subcontract arrangements under NEC4 subcontract forms, ensuring flow-down of main contract obligations and timely resolution of subcontractor compensation events Applying the NEC4 pain/gain share mechanism under Target Cost options (Option C/D), including cost reporting and defined cost management This is a fantastic opportunity to join a frontrunner in its field and will offer further development opportunities for the right person. Documented evidence of eligibility is required from candidates as part of the recruitment process (i.e. visa, residency permit, passport etc.)…