Hybrid
Senior NEC4 Contracts Manager - SC Cleared - Contract
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
£450 - £510 per day
Contract
Senior NEC4 Contracts Manager - SC Cleared - ContractRate: £510 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A Government organisation is seeking an experienced NEC4 Contracts Manager to lead the development, administration, and governance of NEC contracts across a complex, high-security infrastructure programme. You will act as the NEC subject matter expert, ensuring robust contract strategy, compliance, and delivery across pre- and post-contract stages, while supporting capability uplift across the project team.Key responsibilities:Lead NEC contract strategy, drafting, and administration (ECC, PSC, ECS)Oversee pre-contract activities including procurement strategy, tendering, evaluation, and negotiationManage post-contract processes including early warnings, compensation events, payments, and change controlEnsure strong contract governance, compliance, and audit readinessSupport development of KPIs, reporting, and assurance frameworksCoach and mentor teams to improve NEC contract management capabilityAct as key interface between commercial, legal, procurement, and delivery teamsSkills & Experience:NEC4 accreditation or equivalent NEC contract expertise essentialStrong experience managing NEC contracts on major construction/infrastructure projectsProven delivery across both pre- and post-contract stagesStrong understanding of NEC ECC, PSC, options and clausesExcellent commercial acumen and stakeholder management skillsExperience in regulated or complex environments (e.g. defence, infrastructure, utilities) desirableProfessional membership (RICS, ICE, APM, CICES) desirableIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.