Overview
Estates Division are looking for a new Contract & Cost Analyst, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing the financial and contractual integrity of a £25 million annual maintenance and minor works programme across a diverse estate of over 370 buildings. This is a strategic and hands-on role, supporting the stewardship of an estate valued at over £3.4 billion. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure that all contractual arrangements are robust, compliant, and deliver long-term value for the University.
Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts for maintenance and facilities services.
* Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure performance, compliance, and value for money.
* Support procurement processes, including tender evaluations and contract awards.
* Conduct detailed cost analysis and financial modelling to inform strategic decisions.
* Monitor budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
* Manage contract lifecycles and maintain performance metrics.
* Develop policies and templates to improve consistency and compliance.
* Deliver training and expert advice to Estates Division colleagues.
About you / Essential criteria
* Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
* Proven experience in contract negotiation and cost analysis.
* Knowledge of public procurement regulations and standard construction contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT).
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
* Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
Desirable
* Legal or procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS, RICS, LLM).
* Experience in higher education or facilities management.
Benefits
* Competitive rates of pay with automatic service related pay progression and annual cost of living increases
* Generous annual leave allowance
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
* Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes
* An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution
* Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores
* Relocation support schemes
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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