Contracts and Procurement Specialist

6 days ago


Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom Blue Octopus Full time

About Blue Octopus Property Services

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We offer a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing organisation, providing property services to a wide range of clients. As a Contracts and Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in managing our contracts and ensuring that we deliver high-quality services to our customers.

About the Job

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  • Manage servicing and responsive repair contracts throughout their lifecycle.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor contract performance and agree plans for improvement in line with contract documents.

Requirements

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  • A recognised construction management qualification or similar.
  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or similar role, fulfilling the role of Contract Administrator.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organisational and time management abilities.
  • Experienced in procuring contracts via tender and negotiation and the legal requirements applicable to the public sector.

Working at Blue Octopus

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We believe in providing our employees with a supportive and collaborative working environment, with opportunities for growth and development. Our office is located in Dorchester, with hybrid working arrangements in place to support a healthy work-life balance.



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