Contract Manager

Location

Croydon, Brighton, Glasgow, London, UK

Overview of the role

As the Energy Unit continues to grow, we are seeking a Contract Manager to join our team with a bias towards UK infrastructure consultancy contract management. The role offers experience in a wide variety of commercial disciplines including contract reviews, contract advice, cross‑border delivery, disputes, claims, tax and insurance.

Key responsibilities and duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including consultancy agreements, framework agreements, memorandums of understanding and non‑disclosure agreements.
• Conduct commercial reviews to identify departures from our governance and assist project teams in obtaining the necessary internal approvals where appropriate.
• Draft and update commercial guidance to raise awareness of recurrent topics and new regulations in key markets and jurisdictions.
• Assist Divisional Commercial Managers and other unit team members, including leading on commercial risk management for our projects.
• Manage and resolve claims supported by our internal Commercial and Legal functions.
• Support other Mott MacDonald functions in governance, liaising with the Legal Department, Ethics & Compliance, Data Protection and our Insurance teams.

Essential qualifications

• Understanding of UK infrastructure contract law and use of standardised contracts (e.g. New Engineering Contract).
• Good practical experience in applying legal principles and commercial law.
• Great analytical skills.
• Ability to multitask, problem‑solve, and balance competing priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a larger team.
• Engineering or a similar degree, combined with relevant experience.

Desirable qualifications

• Relevant experience in a large engineering or construction company.
• Experience in Utilities/Consultancy/Infrastructure.
• A proven track record of advising on contract matters across a range of jurisdictions.
• Experience delivering contract reviews, drafting and negotiations.

Contract Type: Permanent | Work Pattern: Full Time | Discipline: Project programme and commercial management

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