Framework Water Manager - Bristol, United Kingdom - OCU

Description

Job Description

2024 is continuing to provide sustainable growth within OCU Northavon Group. Due to this continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a Frameworks Water Manager to join our OCU Northavon SWW team within the Bristol area.

The Frameworks Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing frameworks and water contracts within the organization. They will play a critical role in ensuring that the company's contractual agreements are executed efficiently and effectively, while also seeking opportunities for growth and improvement. The role offers the opportunity for progression and exciting career developments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Framework Management:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of all existing frameworks and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, terms, and conditions.
• Monitor and manage contract performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Identify and address any issues or deviations from contract terms.

Contract Administration:

• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to negotiate and draft contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of all contracts, amendments, and related documents.
• Ensure that contracts are properly executed and that all parties involved are aware of their responsibilities.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners.
• Evaluate supplier performance and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and innovation.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contractual agreements.
• Develop contingency plans for addressing contract-related issues and disputes.

Financial Management:

• Monitor budgets and financial aspects of contracts.
• Ensure that contracts are delivering value for money and align with financial goals.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve processes related to frameworks and contracts.
• Implement best practices to optimize contract management procedures.

Reporting:

• Prepare regular reports on contract performance and compliance.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, contract management, or a related field (master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience in contract management and framework management within utilities.
• Experience of managing projects within the water sector.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and regulations in the UK.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Certification in contract management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM) is a plus.

Company Information:

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the country's leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms, and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU, 'One Company United'.

We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.