Contract Manager – Reading

Contract Manager – Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4PR Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: £47760 – £65000 per annumAWE is recruiting a Contract Manager to deliver post contract management of complex construction / infrastructure contracts within commercial (supply chain), to ensure that the objectives of AWE are met in spirit. Salary: from £47,760 to £65,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) Location: Reading, with free onsite parking. Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it’s not just a job, it’s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As the Contract Manager you will understand the requirements of contracts, frameworks and agreements that the Business entered into and advise on how to get the most favourable outcomes for AWE, that put delivery to time, cost and quality at the centre. You will be involved in governance planning, administering contracts, contract options management, KPI reviews, managing tier 1 suppliers, contract disputes/resolution, agreeing work orders and liaising with stakeholders. Who are we looking for? We are ideally seeking individuals with commercial contract management experience, who have public procurement regulations knowledge. You will have an understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, including pre and post contract, and experience of utilising contract management tools such as CEMAR. To ensure success as a Contract Manager, you will ideally have previous experience of NEC 4 contracts, and an understanding of business requirements for the assigned areas and will be motivated to drive value for money, ap…