Engineering Contracts Manager We are seeking an experienced Engineering Contracts Manager to join our Estates and Asset Management team. The organisation oversees a large, diverse, and complex operational estate comprising hundreds of buildings that support a wide range of activities, from research and innovation to day‑to‑day operations.This role is central to ensuring that maintenance delivery contracts are strategically planned, commercially robust, and effectively managed. You will help safeguard a multi‑billion‑pound estate and contribute to long‑term sustainability and operational excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will: Lead the development of contract strategies, aligning multi‑year maintenance frameworks with organisational asset and sustainability objectives. Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, evaluation, award, administration, and closeout. Negotiate high‑value engineering contracts and resolve commercial disputes while ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations. Monitor contractor performance against SLAs and KPIs, driving accountability, value for money, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to influence commercial outcomes and ensure strong risk management. Champion process improvement, governance, and the use of digital tools to enhance contract management. Provide tra...