Engineering Contracts Manager

Location: Cambridgeshire

Engineering Contracts Manager
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Contracts Manager to join our Estates and Asset Management team. The organisation oversees a large, diverse, and complex operational estate comprising hundreds of buildings that support a wide range of activities, from research and innovation to day‑to‑day operations.

This role is central to ensuring that maintenance delivery contracts are strategically planned, commercially robust, and effectively managed. You will help safeguard a multi‑billion‑pound estate and contribute to long‑term sustainability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities In this role, you will:

Lead the development of contract strategies, aligning multi‑year maintenance frameworks with organisational asset and sustainability objectives.
Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, evaluation, award, administration, and closeout.
Negotiate high‑value engineering contracts and resolve commercial disputes while ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations.
Monitor contractor performance against SLAs and KPIs, driving accountability, value for money, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to influence commercial outcomes and ensure strong risk management.
Champion process improvement, governance, and the use of digital tools to enhance contract management.
Provide training, mentoring, and guidance on best practice contract management principles and compliance.

About You We are looking for someone who brings:

Proven experience managing maintenance contracts across multi‑building estates, including mechanical and electrical systems.
Strong knowledge of contract frameworks such as NEC and JCT, and familiarity with SLAs, KPIs, and risk‑reward mechanisms.
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
A proactive approach to risk management, compliance, and problem‑solving in a dynamic environment.
Strong analytical and report‑writing skills, with the ability to interpret data and support strategic decision‑making.
A relevant degree or equivalent experience; professional qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, IWFM) are desirable.

Benefits Our benefits package includes:

Competitive salary with structured progression and annual cost‑of‑living adjustments.
Generous annual leave to support work‑life balance.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced parental leave and access to childcare support were available.
A high‑quality pension scheme with substantial employer contributions.
Access to a wide range of retail, travel, and lifestyle discounts.
Relocation support for eligible new starters.

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