Contract Manager

Job title: Contract Manager

Company: Atomic Weapons Establishment


Job description: If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.AWE is recruiting a Contract Manager to manage critical commercial (supply chain) contracts post-award, ensuring value for money and mitigating commercial risk.The focus will be on the management of one or two large professional services contracts, including administration, mobilisation, reporting, calls offs, change orders and task orders. This is as part of a key programme responsible for the development of 7 state of the art facilities.Location: Reading area, with free onsite parking. Hybrid working is available.Package: £46,000 to £65,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.Let us introduce the roleThe primary purpose of this role is to manage contracts post-award. The Contract Manager will have a deep understanding of business requirements for assigned areas and will drive value for money by applying industry-leading contract management techniques to mitigate commercial risk. This role requires an experienced contract practitioner with expertise in commercial best practices, legalese, contract law, incentivization, and pricing.The Contract Manager will oversee all aspects of contract negotiations, conflict resolution, and diplomacy to ensure suppliers meet their contractual obligations. They will administer contracts using robust management plans and performance procedures, ensuring full compliance with business governance. Additionally, the role will implement the AWE Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategy and framework for assigned suppliers, fostering innovation and efficiency through industry alliances and trusted relationships. The Contract Manager will report to the Principal Contract Manager.Who are we looking for?To ensure success as a Contract Manager, you should have NEC and/or CCS contract experience and managing Professional Services Contracts. We are also seeking individuals with public sector experience and previously used CEMAR or a similar contract administration tool.Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we’d like you to have experience in some of the following:Developing and maintaining relationships with Suppliers,Understanding the requirements, duties and obligations of AWE under contracts to ensure alignment with the Business’ goals and the industry regulations,Supervising contract execution to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines,Monitoring the implementation and performance of KPI’s,Obtaining the appropriate governance approvalsManaging and mitigating risks,Creating meaningful relationships with Stakeholders.Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include:9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave – 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave – 4 Weeks Full Pay.Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).Discounts – access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.The ‘Working at AWE’ page on our website is where you can find full details in the ‘AWE Benefits Guide’.Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 1 day onsite per week in our London office.#LI-RS#LI-HybridNext steps:Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don’t always ‘tick every box’. That’s why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we’d love to receive your application.Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.

Expected salary: £46000 – 65000 per year

Location: Aldermaston, Berkshire

Job date: Sun, 23 Feb 2025 07:25:14 GMT

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