Mechanical & Electrical Contract Manager - Belfast - NI Water Join NI Water in Belfast as a Mechanical & Electrical Contract Manager and play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure projects. The M&E Contract Manager is responsible for delivering effective contract management to ensure that goods and services are provided at the right quality, at the right time and at the right cost. About the role: £35,354 per annum Westland, Belfast Full-time, 37 hours per week Please note closing date for this vacancy is Friday 13th March 2026 at 12 noon - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today. What you'll be doing in this role: Developing and implementing functional contract management strategies that align with NI Water’s commercial objectives. Develops and implements short- to mid-term operational plans for contract delivery, focusing on optimising supplier performance, cost efficiency, and service quality within defined timeframes. Influences the adoption of new processes and standards by collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers. Applies and enhances operational standards for Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contract management, ensuring that processes, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms are continuously improved to meet evolving business needs. Owns the implementation of new and replacement contracts and/or Integrated Supplier Frameworks. Analyse finances and spend against Contract Purchase Agreements, ensuring compliance with NI Water’s financial policies and procedures. Manages complex data to inform decision-making, ensuring that contract management actions are factual and aligned with both operational and financial targets. Contribute to the resolution of contractual disputes and work towards establishing harmonious working relationships between all parties involved in contract delivery. What you'll need for this role: Have a degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant mechanical; electrical; instrumentation, control & automation (ICA); or combined field Engineering AND at least 2 years’ post qualification experience working with external contractors including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and resolving issues. OR Must have completed a recognised industrial maintenance apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, ICA) AND have at least 3 years’ post qualification experience working with external contractors including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and resolving issues. Minimum of 2 years’ experience of the delivery of current relevant legislation e.g. Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, LOLER, PUWER, Health & Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978, ATEX/DSEAR/Complex and relevant Mechanical and/or Electrical (Electricity at Work, IEE 18th Edition) regulations associated with facilities and assets; Demonstrate a working knowledge of the operation and use of M&E contracts including installation, repair and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical assets; Demonstrate ability and experience of performance management, measuring and delivery of KPI’s with respect to external service providers; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. MS Excel experience should include the ability to analyse, formulate and manipulate data for presentation in a professional manner; Hold a current valid driving licence and have access to a form of transport to enable you to fulfil your responsibilities. As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake a Basic AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer