Contract Manager - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Fourblue

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    Contract Manager - ICP connection's - 33kV - 132kV

    Join a global business - be part of a great team - lead the division on delivering EPC contracts for electrical networks within the UK, primarily managing an ICP who will be building networks on behalf of the IDNO.

    Contractually you will be well versed with EPC, NEC, FIDIC and JCT contract types. You will lead procurement processes and contract negotiations as well as managing the contract throughout its lifecycle. This includes ensuring any contractual disputes are well documented and, where necessary, are escalated with the Management and Legal Teams.

    Key Responsibilities / Duties

    • Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements
    • Scrutinizing labor and material costs, as well as contracts to deliver best value
    • Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors
    • Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
    • Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies
    • Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required
    • Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets
    • Establishing and maintaining professional, effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders
    • Traveling to various sites as required

    Knowledge and Skills

    • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, quantity surveying, engineering, contract management, or similar
    • Construction estimating and/or finance experience is advantageous
    • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
    • Sound knowledge of construction principles
    • Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to organise, plan, and strategise