Nuclear Waste Services

About the Company
At Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), we're committed to delivering safe, secure and sustainable solutions for the UK's nuclear legacy. We're looking for a Contract Management Lead to join our Commercial team and play a key role in supporting the safe, secure and sustainable delivery of our national mission.
About the Role
As Contract Management Lead, you'll lead the management of a portfolio of construction, infrastructure and civil engineering contracts, ensuring suppliers deliver safely, compliantly and effectively.
You'll manage and develop a team of contract management professionals, working closely with project, engineering, safety, quality and finance teams to drive performance, manage risk and maximise value for money.
This is a hybrid role with regular attendance to our NWS Office based in Drigg, Cumbria.
Responsibilities
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<li>Lead contract management across a portfolio of construction, infrastructure and civil engineering projects in Cumbria.</li>
<li>Manage, coach and develop a team of contract management professionals, building capability and driving high performance.</li>
<li>Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including mobilisation, delivery, change control, supplier performance and close-out.</li>
<li>Drive value for money, continuous improvement and benefits realisation through effective contract management and assurance activities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with project, engineering, safety, quality and commercial teams to ensure successful contract delivery.</li>
<li>Monitor performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement improvements across the portfolio.</li>
<li>Act as the escalation point for complex contractual, commercial and supplier performance matters.</li>
<li>Build and maintain effective relationships with contractors and suppliers, ensuring high standards of safety, quality and performance.</li>
<li>Support governance, audit and assurance activities, presenting to senior stakeholders and governance boards as required.</li>
<li>Lead business improvement initiatives and deputise for the Head of Commercial Delivery when required.</li>
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Qualifications
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<li>Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.</li>
<li>Professional qualification such as MRICS, MCIPS, CIOB, MCInstCES or similar.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience in contract management, commercial management, quantity surveying, construction or infrastructure delivery</li>
</ul>
Required Skills
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<li>Proven experience managing high-value, complex construction, infrastructure or civil engineering contracts.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including compensation events, early warnings, programme management, payment processes, claims and dispute resolution.</li>
<li>Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.</li>
<li>Strong commercial acumen and contract lifecycle management expertise.</li>
<li>Ability to manage supplier performance, commercial risk and contract change.</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, project teams and external suppliers.</li>
<li>Experience working collaboratively across project delivery, engineering, safety, quality and commercial functions.</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data and performance information into meaningful insight and action</li>
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Pay Range and Compensation Package
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<li>Competitive salary £82,130 with opportunity to progress to £89,304</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement (25.5 days on entry) plus bank holidays and up to 13 accrued days</li>
<li>Performance-related bonus scheme (up to £4,100 based on company PBI's. Additional 5% personal incentive bonus.</li>
<li>Excellent pension and flexible benefits package.</li>
<li>Hybrid working arrangements and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.</li>
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Equal Opportunity Statement
If you're passionate about supporting people, building strong relationships and making a positive impact across an organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Contract Management Lead (Construction)

Contract Management Lead (Construction)

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