Change Manager

Role: Change Manager

Salary: 58k-87k + car/car allowance

Location: Midlands

Working: Hybrid

We are working with a major leader in critical infrastructure delivery who is seeking a highly experienced Change Manager to oversee and manage change in accordance with NEC-based contracts, including both permanent and temporary works. This role will involve managing contracts such as the Contractor’s main contract and several design subcontracts, which are typically multi-million-pound agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for managing change related to design within the main contract and design subcontracts.
• Ensure timely issue and response to notices, along with managing all formal contract communications.
• Ensure that all notices and communications are passed to the client and subcontractors as applicable to both the main contract and subcontracts.
• Administer contracts effectively.
• Forecast changes in time and cost, working closely with planners, commercial managers, and quantity surveyors to contribute to design program updates and cost forecasts.
• Maintain and manage a risk register.
• Prepare quotations for Compensation Events under the main contract.
• Assess Compensation Events for subcontracts with the support of the technical team and project managers.
• Manage access to systems, assigning permissions and authorities to staff as per agreements with senior management.
• Control scope changes to ensure that design is delivered within budget and forecasts.
• Resolve potential conflicts and disputes efficiently.
• Manage and mentor junior staff, including apprentices, to help develop their skills and support their career progression.
• Provide regular and accurate reporting and forecasting.

Essential Qualifications:

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience.
• Membership of RICS, ICE, or CIOB.

Essential Qualities/Experience:

• Comprehensive working knowledge of NEC-based contracts.

This is a leadership role requiring a professional with significant experience in contract management, change control, and a thorough understanding of NEC contracts. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills and be capable of managing complex projects while fostering the growth and development of junior staff.