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Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours, Mon-Fri)
Salary: C60,000 (depending on experience) + up to 10% Bonus (typically 5-7%)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, 8%+ combined pension, sick pay, 4x life assurance, travel expenses, and professional training opportunities.
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contract Manager to join a major engineering and manufacturing organisation delivering large-scale industrial and nuclear projects across the UK.
This is a hybrid position based in central Bristol, offering a balance between office collaboration and home flexibility. You'll play a key role in managing complex NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, supporting project delivery from tender through to close-out while ensuring compliance, cost control, and contractual protection.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and administer complex NEC contracts throughout all project phases.
Review tender and project documentation to identify commercial and contractual risks.
Support project and procurement teams in applying flow-down terms and contract obligations.
Lead negotiations on change orders, variations, and claims to protect project margins.
Maintain full contract documentation, traceability, and audit readiness.
Provide commercial and contractual advice to internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement in contract management processes.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Contract Manager, Commercial Manager, or Quantity Surveyor in an industrial, nuclear, or energy environment.
Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contract frameworks (essential).
Experience in the nuclear, power generation, or engineering sectors (desirable).
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and proactive risk management.
Degree or equivalent experience in Law, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or related discipline.
Why Apply?
Join a reputable organisation delivering high-profile UK infrastructure projects.
Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2 days home.
Excellent development and progression opportunities within a growing business.
To find out more click apply now!
