Job Location
London, Greater London, United Kingdom (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week at Canary Wharf office).
Job Summary
We are recruiting a Senior Contract Manager to join our Legal & Commercial team in the UK. In this role, you will take ownership of all commercial aspects across key bids and projects, reporting to the Contracts Director and leading a small team (3–4 direct reports) within a wider group of 12 Contract Managers.
Key Responsibilities
- Deputising for the Contracts Director when required
- Developing and executing commercial strategies aligned to business goals
- Managing risk and opportunity across bids and projects
- Leading customer negotiations and resolving complex commercial issues
- Driving dispute resolution and contractual claims (time and cost)
- Advising the business on current risks and future commercial strategy
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes
- Supporting, mentoring and developing your direct reports
Technical Skills & Experience
- Strong experience managing high-value, complex contracts (NEC preferred)
- Proven track record in commercial strategy, negotiation and dispute resolution
- Expertise in risk and opportunity assessment, pricing and commercial modelling
- Experience managing contract notices (e.g. Early Warning Notices, Compensation Events)
- Ability to lead claims management and prevent/resolve disputes
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes
- Strong understanding of contractual terms, governance and change control processes
Human Skills
- Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, confident and solutions‑focused
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
Benefits
Market‑leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by industry experts. We prioritise hiring from within, providing opportunities for growth within our diverse, global organisation.
EEO Statement
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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