Assistant Contract Manager
HybridMilton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Support the management of contractual obligations, variations, supplier performance, and payments across defined categories within East West Rail. Work with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop an understanding of key contracts, including products, pricing, and risks. Support the implementation of effective contract management plans, produce commercial correspondence, and assess supplier applications for payment certification. Monitor spend, risk, and performance through KPIs and SLAs using provided systems, ensuring the Contract Management System database remains up to date. Engage with internal stakeholders to build trusted relationships and, if requested, provide holiday cover for the Accounts Payable Assistant. Analyze contract data to identify opportunities for improving processes and creating additional value for the project.
Required Qualifications
- Background in contract management, specifically using NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (including PSCs, Options A-E, Target Cost/Defined Cost)
- Experienced in the administration of construction / engineering contracts
- Appreciation of legal and regulatory requirements related to the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016, the Procurement Act 2023 and UK procurement regulations
- Ability to communicate at all levels of the organisation and with wider stakeholders
- A collaborative and imaginative approach to supplier management
- Working towards membership of a relevant professional body e.g. RICS, ICE
- Relevant degree / HNC desirable, such as in surveying, engineering, construction or equivalent demonstrable project experience
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