Contract Manager

Contracts Manager

Hybrid Working | UK Projects

Contract / Freelance Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Contract Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and capital projects valued between £20m–£500m.

This role will suit a commercially focused professional with strong NEC/FIDIC contract knowledge and a proven track record managing complex construction or infrastructure schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management across major projects
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and compensation events
• Manage project costs, forecasting, reporting, and change control
• Support dispute resolution and stakeholder management
• Ensure strong commercial governance and contract administration
• Provide leadership and support to commercial project teams

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Strong experience within infrastructure, utilities, energy, rail, or major construction projects
• Solid understanding of NEC and/or FIDIC contracts
• Background in cost management, procurement, estimating, and commercial reporting
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• MRICS/MCICES or working towards chartership preferred

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