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Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.\nAbout the Role\nWe are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to provide commercial, contractual and operational leadership across a portfolio of complex engineering projects within our Global Marine & Navy, Offshore and Oil & Gas business.\nYou will be responsible for driving project performance, protecting revenue, margin and cash flow, and ensuring successful project delivery from order acceptance through to commissioning and close-out. Acting as the senior escalation point for commercial and contractual matters, you will lead contract management, financial performance, customer relationships and project governance across the portfolio.\nWorking closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams, you will support profitable project delivery, customer satisfaction and business growth, while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.\nThe role provides leadership across Project Management, Engineering, CAD and Document Control, while partnering with Finance, Procurement, Production, Logistics, Sales and Service teams.\nWhat We Can Offer\nCompetitive salary\nAnnual bonus incentive\nSingle cover private medical insurance\n25 days annual leave plus bank holidays\n7% matched pension contribution\nLife assurance\nEmployee Assistance Programme\nEmployee referral scheme\nHigh street discount programme\nCycle to Work scheme\nEmployee discounts on Johnson Controls products and services\nOngoing training and career development opportunities\nCollaborative and inclusive culture\nClear progression opportunities within a global business\nDue to the nature of this position, applicants must already have the unrestricted legal right to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship or visa support is not available for this role.\nKey Responsibilities\nCommercial & Contract Management\nLead contract administration across a portfolio of complex engineering projects.\nManage contractual risk and protect the company's commercial position.\nLead variation, change control and claims management activities.\nManage delay claims, extensions of time, liquidated damages exposure, disputes and contractual correspondence.\nSupport and lead customer and supplier negotiations, acting as an escalation point for complex commercial matters.\nFinancial Performance & Commercial Control\nOversee project revenue, margin, cash flow, forecasting, budgeting and cost-to-complete activities.\nDrive accurate revenue forecasting and commercial reporting across the project portfolio.\nEnsure timely invoicing, debt recovery and resolution of disputed payments.\nIdentify risks and opportunities and implement actions to improve project profitability.\nProject Governance & Delivery\nEstablish and maintain effective project governance, controls and review processes.\nOversee project planning, risk management, resource allocation and delivery performance.\nMonitor project performance across scope, schedule, cost, quality and commercial metrics.\nLead recovery plans for underperforming or high-risk projects.\nLeadership & Operational Management\nProvide leadership, coaching and development to Project Management, Engineering, CAD and Document Control teams.\nSupport Project Managers in delivering successful commercial and customer outcomes.\nManage team performance, resource planning and capability development.\nCoordinate activity across Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Production, Logistics, Sales and Service functions to ensure successful project execution.\nContinuous Improvement\nDrive standardisation of project controls, governance and commercial processes.\nDevelop and implement tools, templates and best-practice frameworks.\nPromote the effective use of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, automation and AI-enabled working practices.\nChampion continuous improvement initiatives across the business.\nCustomer & Stakeholder Management\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders.\nAct as a senior escalation point for customer, commercial and contractual issues.\nLead commercially balanced discussions relating to scope, schedule, claims and recovery.\nSupport customer retention and long-term business growth.\nCompliance, Quality & Safety\nEnsure compliance with company governance, quality standards and Health, Safety & Environmental requirements.\nPromote ethical business practices and robust project documentation.\nEnsure contractual and commercial records are maintained in line with company and regulatory requirements.\nSkills & Experience\nEssential\nSignificant experience in Contracts Management, Commercial Management or Project Management within an engineering-led environment.\nExperience managing complex projects valued between £1m and £10m.\nStrong knowledge of contract administration, change control, claims management, delay analysis and commercial negotiation.\nProven experience managing project budgets, forecasting, revenue, margin and cash flow.\nExperience leading complex projects and supporting commercial or operational recovery programmes.\nStrong leadership, stakeholder management and team development skills.\nExperience within customer-facing project delivery environments, ideally in Marine, Offshore, Oil & Gas or similar engineering sectors.\nDegree qualified in Business, Engineering or a related discipline.\nStrong communication, analytical and organisational skills.\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 and project or financial control systems.\nDesirable\nAdvanced qualification in Business, Contract Management, Project Management, Engineering or a related discipline.\nProfessional qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP or PMI-RMP.\nExperience developing PMO, governance or project control functions.\nExperience of process improvement, automation and digital transformation initiatives.\nKnowledge of SharePoint and AI-enabled ways of working.\nExperience working with international customers, suppliers and distributed teams.\nThis is an exciting opportunity to take on a highly visible leadership role within a growing business. 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