Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of a multi‑million pound capital and revenue programme across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and engineering projects.
* Act as senior leader responsible for managing and developing a high‑performing contract team.
* Ensure successful delivery of contract requirements for a range of internal clients, serving as a centre of excellence for construction and service contracts and their procurement.
* Centralise the production, monitoring and administration of all contracts generated within the Highways and Engineering Service area, ensuring compliance with contract terms and procurement regulations, including performance criteria.
Qualifications
* Experienced and driven Contracts Manager with a strong background in contract administration within highways, civil engineering or infrastructure environments.
* Excellent knowledge of contracts such as ECC NEC4, TSC NEC4, JCT and PSC.
* Full, valid driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the county borough as required.
Location & Working Arrangements
The permanent full‑time position is based at Llys Cadwyn, Pontypridd. It operates on a hybrid model, allowing work from the office, home and at construction sites as required. Employment hours are 37 hours a week under a flexible working scheme, with 26 days annual leave (rising to 31 days after five years). The role offers participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, a staff benefits card and access to a Council pool vehicle.
Additional Information
Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.
The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, pregnancy or maternity. We offer staff networks, including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and the Perthyn LGBTQ+ Network.
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