- Manage and govern corporate contracts, ensuring value, risk mitigation, and financial control.
- Lead supplier relationship management and develop effective working relationships.
- Provide expert commercial advice and guidance to contract managers and officers.
- Develop and implement contract management strategies, guidance, and training.
- Lead contract negotiations, reviews, and complex commercial evaluations.
- Ensure contract performance monitoring and reporting, influencing procurement decisions.
- Chair contract management forums and drive best practices across the organization.
- Degree-level qualification with experience in contract management, ideally within construction or housing.
- Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, contract law, and management tools.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proven experience in strategic contract management, supplier relationships, and risk mitigation.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead complex negotiations.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) is desirable.