Contract Manager

7 days ago


Kendal, Cumbria, United Kingdom United Utilities Full time

United Utilities is a leading water company that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation in its workplace. We foster a culture where our employees can grow, excel, and be themselves, while delivering high-quality water for a more prosperous, greener, and healthier North West of England.



Our Offerings


  • A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service, plus 8 bank holidays
  • A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution and life cover
  • A 5% performance-related bonus scheme and recognition awards for outstanding achievements
  • A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage contract management, risk analysis, supplier collaboration, and commercial operations on our large-scale projects. This role will offer the opportunity to grow within our organisation, tailoring your role to requirements and enhancing your value-contribution throughout your tenure.



Key Responsibilities


  • Ensure contractual compliance and proactively manage contractor performance throughout the contract period
  • Provide commercial expertise and guidance
  • Manage post-contract commercial processes and procedures to deliver key commercial requirements on projects
  • Negotiate and resolve contract claims/disputes and support senior managers in the resolution of escalated issues


Requirements


  • Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent
  • Knowledge of key quantity surveying processes, tools, and methodologies used across the whole project life-cycle
  • Knowledge and experience in the use of a broad range of standard forms of construction contract (preferably including NEC suite of contracts)
  • Strong commercial negotiation and resolution skills
  • Experience of managing the commercial function on projects
  • Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office or equivalent


What We Offer


  • Onsite gym and physio lounge
  • Onsite childcare and nursery
  • Free parking and EV charging points
  • MyGymDiscounts - offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
  • Employee Assistance Plan and Mental health first aiders
  • Enhanced parental leave schemes


Job Type: Full-time


Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kendal



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