Contracts Manager HS2 12-Month Contract
Project: HS2
Location: Aylesbury / Buckinghamshire
Duration: 12 months
Contract: Freelance / CIS / Ltd
Rate: GBP450 per day
We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a major HS2 infrastructure project on an initial 12-month contract.
IMPORTANT MANDATORY REQUIREMENT
Key Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the successful commercial and operational delivery of allocated contracts and work packages.
- Manage contracts from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
- Lead and manage Site Managers, Engineers, subcontractors and wider delivery teams.
- Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
- Manage subcontractor performance and contractual obligations.
- Monitor project progress, costs, resources and programme performance.
- Manage variations, change control, compensation events and contractual notifications.
- Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks.
- Work closely with Commercial, Project Management, Engineering, Planning and SHEQ teams.
- Lead progress, commercial and coordination meetings.
- Maintain strong relationships with the client, principal contractor, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with approved RAMS, ITPs, quality requirements and HS2/EKFB standards.
- Monitor subcontractor programmes and delivery against agreed milestones.
- Assist with forecasting, cost control and monthly reporting.
- Identify potential delays, disputes and contractual issues and implement mitigation.
- Maintain accurate records to support commercial and contractual positions.
- Drive high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance.
- Support completion, testing, commissioning and handover where required.
Essential Requirements
- Valid EKFB induction
- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within major civil engineering/infrastructure projects.
- Previous HS2 / EKFB / Tier 1 contractor experience highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and contractual processes.
- Experience managing subcontractors and multiple work packages.
- Strong commercial and contractual awareness.
- Experience managing variations, compensation events and contractual risk.
- Proven ability to manage programmes, budgets and project delivery.
- Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong understanding of construction health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
- Relevant construction/civil engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
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Contracts Manager in Aylesbury employer: Tradestech Recruitment
Joining our team as a Sub Agent on the HS2 Routewide Buildings project offers you the chance to be part of a prestigious infrastructure initiative that is shaping the future of rail travel in the UK. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and professional development, providing ample opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. With a focus on innovative construction techniques and a commitment to employee well-being, this role not only promises meaningful work but also a supportive environment where your contributions are valued.
