Senior Contracts Manager Permanent Contract South Tyneside Kinetic Recruitment are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Contracts Manager to head up our client's Contracts Department. This position, based in South Tyneside and reporting directly to the General Manager, plays a key role in overseeing major projects. The role will focus on planning, coordinating, and delivering complex programmes while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value for money. The successful candidate will manage task allocation within the team, work closely with internal functions, contractors, OEMs, and representatives, and ensure projects are completed to the highest standard. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Lead, mentor, and manage the project team to ensure successful delivery of technical packages from initiation to closeout. Plan, coordinate, and oversee upgrade programmes, producing schedules and work packages for contractors, and staff. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to guarantee compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements. Work with internal teams, external partners, and OEMs to establish scope, budgets, and resource needs. Deliver projects through all phases-request, execution, and completion-on time and within budget. Provide effective technical solutions, including system upgrades and modifications. Manage cost control, resource forecasting, and change processes, while driving continuous...