General information Reference 000582 Publication end date 11/01/2026 Job Title Materials Contract Manager Contractual hours 37.00 Location NORTHERN IRELAND, Belfast, Danesfort Job location Danesfort Candidate criteria Minimum Level of Education Required Not applicable Shortlisting Criteria Essential Criteria .A minimum of 5 years' experience in a procurement or contract management related environment, managing a portfolio of contracts including supply chain engagement. .A working knowledge of identifying and managing supplier risk and opportunities. •A working knowledge of standard construction / engineering conditions of contract •Proven ability to negotiate contract terms and conditions •Proven experience of managing disputes and supplier performance issues related to contract management •Strong IT skills with an advanced proficiency of the Microsoft Office & experience of bespoke procurement systems •Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports for diverse audiences •An extremely high level of self-motivation with sound problem solving capabilities and the ability to deliver work to tight deadlines. •A current driving licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable Criteria •Ideally you should also possess: •Degree or equivalent in Business / Contract Management or Quantity Surveying or Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical/Civil Engineering or Supply Chain Management. •Minimum of 5 years' experience in a construction or engineering related environment •Membership of a relevant Professional Body (for example, CIPS, IET, RICS) or working towards it •Strong business management skills. •Sound understanding of legal documentation, and associated terms and conditions. Personal Competencies Integrity Flexiblity & adaptability Interpersonal skills Personal Effectiveness Commercial Accumen & Results Orientated Specific Expertise Procurement Employment Details Contract Hours 37.00 Benefits We offer a competitive and attractive reward package which is regularly reviewed. It includes: EXCELLENT REWARDS Competitive market rate salary Bonus arrangements and incentive schemes for many employees Company pension scheme matched up to 8% (plus SMART pension where employees benefit from lower national insurance contributions Minimum of 20 days holidays plus 11 statutory days Opportunity to Buy & Sell Annual leave Professional accreditation Educational & Training opportunities PERSONAL WELLBEING Health and Wellbeing Programmes Annual Flu vaccination program Occupational health & welfare counselling support Health care schemes – BHSF & Private Health Care Enhanced maternity/paternity provisions & childcare schemes Family friendly policies Eye Test vouchers Access to discounts / Perks Card Salary sacrifice schemes such as the Cycle to Work scheme Long Service & Full attendance Awards Social Club