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The Contracts Director - Defence is a pivotal leadership position tasked with optimising the division’s commercial strategy, driving commercial excellence, support compliance, and ensuring value maximisation in all activities. This role requires expertise in contract negotiation, cost management, client and supplier relationship management, effective stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation to support the successful delivery of large-scale engineering and construction projects.
Job Responsibility:
Define and execute the commercial strategy to support business objectives and enhance profitability
Lead pre and post contract activities ensuring terms and conditions are aligned with project and organisational goals
Support the business leads in complying with the Enterprise Approval Matrix and associated delegations and facilitating an optimised governance process
Drive initiatives to optimise project costs while maintaining quality and compliance standards
Identify and manage commercial risks, including supplier risks, contractual liabilities, and compliance issues
Establish, maintain, and monitor robust governance frameworks to ensure adherence ethical standards, supporting accountability, transparency, and integrity
Oversee cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting for procurement activities
Collaborate with finance and PMO teams to track expenditures and ensure cost efficiencies across projects
Lead/support contractual disputes and claims, ensuring compliance with the corporate policies and reporting requirements
Focus on employee development, up-skilling, and career growth to ensure an inclusive, skilled, motivated workforce aligned with organisational needs
Drive continuous improvement by embracing new technologies, methodologies, and innovative approaches to stay competitive and responsive to market changes
Promote a collaborative culture that encourages information sharing and teamwork across departments, fostering a supportive and high-performing work environment
Maintain close relationships with supply chain functions to ensure cohesive approach
Requirements:
Extensive experience in commercial leadership within large-scale engineering and construction environments
Expertise in contract negotiation, cost management, and supplier relationship management
Excellent working knowledge of contract management including bespoke contracts and standard models such as NEC, JCT, FIDIC
Strong understanding of contract law, regulations, and compliance requirements
Proven ability to manage risks and drive strategic decision-making in complex projects
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in procurement systems, analytics, and reporting tools
What we offer:
Free single medical cover and digital GP service
Enhanced parental leave pay
Free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes
Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships