Senior Contracts Manager

6 days ago

South Shields, South Tyneside, United Kingdom PWHytek LTD Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

FINTEC Recruit is seeking a
Senior Contracts Manager
for our client in the Maritime industry based in South Shields region. This is a new position arisen due to company growth plans.

You will be a lead for contracts for Royal Navy /MOD vessels. Requiring experience in project or contract management, preferably within defence, marine, or shipbuilding sectors.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the Project team, ensuring the successful development and closeout of all technical tasks.
  • Oversee planning and execution of upgrade programs, providing detailed work packages and schedules to MOD, contractors, and ships' staff.
  • Liaise with MOD representatives to ensure alignment with defence engineering and regulatory standards.
  • Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and OEMs to define scope, budgets, and resource requirements.
  • Deliver projects from initial request through execution and completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance.
  • Ensure technical solutions are delivered in a timely and effective manner, including upgrades and modifications to vessels.
  • Manage cost and resource estimation, change control processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and produce comprehensive project reports..
  • Ensure project delivery adheres to safety, quality, and statutory regulations.
  • Monitor team performance through KPIs and provide monthly reports to the General Manager.
  • Maintain awareness of industry standards and classification requirements.
  • Undertake any other technical or operational duties as required.

Skills and Experience required for the Senior Contracts Manager role:

  • Demonstrated experience in project or contract management, preferably within defence, marine, or shipbuilding sectors
  • HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple technical workstreams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.
  • Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
  • Having a background supporting MOD-managed assets, particularly Royal Navy or RFA is desirable
  • Knowledge of Classification Societies, Flag State requirements, and defence regulations.

Please apply directly to this advert or via our website

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