Senior Contracts Executive - #1102452

We are seeking an experienced and driven Contracts professional to take a leading role in managing and overseeing the full contract lifecycle across our construction projects. You will play a critical part in ensuring contractual integrity, mitigating risks, and supporting project delivery from pre-award through to project close-out. This role interfaces with cross-functional teams and external partners, requiring both technical expertise and strong stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and negotiation of a variety of contract documents including consultancy agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and client contracts

• Drive tender and procurement processes, supporting bid analysis and vendor negotiations

• Monitor contract performance, ensuring all obligations, milestones, and deliverables are met

• Provide strategic guidance on claims, variations, change orders, and extensions of time

• Identify potential contractual and commercial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation

• Act as a key liaison across departments (commercial, procurement, legal, project teams) to align contract terms with project goals

• Support resolution of contractual disputes and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards

• Keep up to date with industry practices, contract forms (e.g., NEC, NEC4), and legal developments relevant to construction projects

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Building, or a related discipline

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a senior or managerial contract role within the construction sector

• Strong working knowledge of contract law and standard construction contracts

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused with excellent organizational skills

• Prior experience handling complex claims or delay-related matters is a plus

• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to junior team members

To Apply

Please send your application, including your resume and current and expected salary, to [email protected], quoting reference AMC/HHL.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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