At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead contract strategy and governance for major construction projects at Gatwick.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at London Gatwick Airport, shaping the future of construction.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, flexible benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with a focus on diversity and career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Construction Law or related field; experience with NEC contracts required.
The predicted salary is between 98000 - 98000 £ per year.
From £98,000 + 5% Welcome Bonus + £7,500 Flex Allowance + up to 30% Bonus + Benefits
What is the role?
London Gatwick is evolving rapidly, presenting an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver major construction projects across the airport. As Contracts Lead, you will sit at the heart of our Construction function, driving excellence in contract strategy, governance, and dispute resolution. You will work closely with project teams, procurement, and legal specialists to ensure our contracts deliver value, minimise risk, and support successful project outcomes. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence how we deliver complex infrastructure in a live operational environment.
What will you do?
- Lead contract expertise across the Construction team, supporting all contract forms with a focus on NEC
- Own and continuously improve Gatwick’s suite of standard contract templates
- Provide assurance that contracts are clear, robust, and fit for purpose
- Manage and resolve commercial queries, disputes, and escalations
- Lead dispute resolution processes and meetings, ensuring optimal outcomes
- Partner with the Construction Lawyer to ensure compliance and governance
- Support procurement strategy by advising on the right contract approach for each project
- Negotiate rates with consultants and contractors to achieve best market value
- Deliver training and share best practice across programme teams
- Identify opportunities to drive cost and programme efficiencies through effective contract use
- Foster collaborative relationships across the supply chain to reduce disputes and enhance long-term value
Do you have what we’re looking for?
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in Construction Law, Commercial Management, or a related field
- Deep knowledge of NEC contracts and Construction Law
- Proven experience managing contract claims and disputes in complex environments
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Experience supporting major infrastructure or capital programmes
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Commercially astute with a track record of delivering against challenging targets
- Professional membership (e.g. RICS) is desirable
What’s in it for you?
We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by a discretionary annual bonus, free staff parking, discounted rail travel to work, share matching scheme and more. We offer a rewarding world of flexible benefits you can tailor to the things that matter to you most. There are also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development.
Benefits:
- 5% Welcome Bonus
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- High street shops and restaurant discounts
- Healthcare scheme
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional training to develop
- Free holiday parking
- Discounted travel to work schemes
- Free on-site parking
- Volunteer days
Equal Opportunity
We are an organisation that places diversity, equity and inclusion at its heart. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are all at our best when we feel comfortable and included. London Gatwick supports an inclusive recruitment process, enabling you to perform at your best. Please let us know, as part of your application, if you require any reasonable adjustments.
