Senior Transport Contracts Manager

Senior Transport Contracts Manager - Pontypridd, South Wales Salary: Up to £63,000 depending on skills and experienceBasis: Full time Please note: This is for a fixed term contract of 2 years Equal Opportunities At Transport for Wales we value diversity. It makes us stronger, helps us understand our customers better, make better decisions and be more innovative. Everyone's different and has their own perspective so we're building a diverse team that mirrors the communities we serve. Through this we're determined to be one of Wales' leading inclusive employers. We're creating an inclusive transport network that everyone in Wales can be proud of.Who we are At Transport for Wales, we're on a mission to transform transport in Wales and make it fit for the future, whether that's rail, bus, walking or cycling. We want to inspire a nation to change the way it travels, so that we all travel more sustainably and help to combat the climate emergency we're all facing.We're an open and inclusive place to work, where everyone is welcome and our people are supported to reach their full potential. We want to create an environment where our people can grow and succeed. This is key to enabling us to deliver on the promises we've made to the people of Wales to build a sustainable transport network that meets their needs.Role responsibilities Lead the day-to-day management of the Infrastructure Agreement (IA) on behalf of TfW by being responsible for managing delivery of to ensure compliance with the committed obligations and milestones for the Core Valley Lines (CVL) infrastructure management services. Manage compliance processes and record all contract changes relating to the Infrastructure Agreement and Infrastructure Management services, by developing any contract change proposals, through to securing approvals by the Authority and Welsh Government, prior to publication of any agreed contract changes to ensure a robust and compliant audit trail. Design and implement contract management systems and processes relating to the IA and other rail contracts associated with the delivery of Infrastructure Management services, such as contracted interface arrangements, to ensure a compliant contract management provision. Mitigate the financial and commercial risks of the Infrastructure Agreement by recording risks and associated agreements to support delivery of value for money. Manage the approvals process for all financial and commercial payments relating to IM Services under the Infrastructure Agreement, by working with the Finance Business Partner to support timely and accurate payments. Manage commercial or performance payment claims between TfW and its contracting partners, by working with the Infrastructure Owner team and other transport operations colleagues to secure value for money and quality rail and infrastructure manager services. Develop and implement procedures for contract management and administration in line with company policy and lead the appropriate governance forums to ensure value for money of obligation delivery for Transport for Wales with its contracting partners. Manage the contract variation process for the Infrastructure Agreement by following processes and consultation with stakeholders to ensure that value for money is maintained as an objective and evidenced. Provide expert advice on the implications of the various options for contract management, including resource planning, budget allocation, to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Who we're looking for Degree or equivalent in business administration, law, accountancy, procurement and/or contract management. Demonstrable experience of contract or project management within organisational change or transformation programme. Demonstrable experience of managing complex and high value contracts in a regulated environment with a focus on post-contract management. Demonstrable experience of taking a strategic approach, to navigate complex commercial contractual discussions and contribute to long-term business objectives. Demonstrable experience negotiating at a strategic level with senior stakeholders. Experience working collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams and working groups, supporting programme delivery in a complex, regulated environment. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word. Welsh Language Skills The ability to speak/write Welsh would make a great addition to your application, but it is not essential for this role.Transport for Wales supports and promotes the use of the Welsh Language by employees and will encourage them to develop, improve and maintain their Welsh Language skills. We fully support our people who want to improve their Welsh language skills, and personal development for Welsh Language skills are offered in a variety of ways such as online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.Next steps Does this role sound like the opportunity you are looking for? Do you want to find out more? See attached Job Description for further details.Transport for Wales is a disability leader. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process or as part of the role if you are successful.This advert will close at midnight on the day of the application closing date stated above. We do encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.