Contracts Manager
Hybrid Working | UK Projects
Contract / Freelance Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Freelance Contract Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major infrastructure and capital projects valued between £20m–£500m.
This role will suit a commercially focused professional with strong NEC/FIDIC contract knowledge and a proven track record managing complex construction or infrastructure schemes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead commercial and contractual management across major projects
* Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and compensation events
* Manage project costs, forecasting, reporting, and change control
* Support dispute resolution and stakeholder management
* Ensure strong commercial governance and contract administration
* Provide leadership and support to commercial project teams
Requirements
* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
* Strong experience within infrastructure, utilities, energy, rail, or major construction projects
* Solid understanding of NEC and/or FIDIC contracts
* Background in cost management, procurement, estimating, and commercial reporting
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
* MRICS/MCICES or working towards chartership preferred