Lead Contract Manager

In this senior position, you will oversee the framework agreement with the General Contractor responsible for the construction of the reactor project, ensuring contractual excellence across multiple NEC4 ECC Type C contracts covering both the nuclear island and off-plot scope.

Leading a team of specialist contract managers, you will be responsible for the overall contractual performance of the General Contractor while supporting the successful delivery.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of NEC4 specialist contract managers and provide training on best practices in contract management.
• Manage the contractual performance of the General Contractor against agreed objectives and KPIs.
• Oversee compliance with project requirements defined within the framework agreement.
• Prepare, negotiate, award, and close NEC4 ECC Type C contracts and related subcontracts.
• Manage contractual interfaces across multiple construction and procurement contracts.
• Supervise the General Contractor’s procurement and contracting strategy.
• Monitor contractual performance and management of subcontractors engaged by the General Contractor.
• Oversee procurement processes conducted under NEC4 contracts.
• Support the application of Material Project Agreements with the Ministry in relation to credit agreements.
• Manage the Application for Payment process with the General Contractor.
• Ensure effective administration and enforcement of contractual provisions under NEC4 contracts.
• Manage contractual escalations and provide recommendations to senior leadership and the Management Board.
• Support the Dispute Avoidance Board in the prevention and resolution of contractual disputes.
• Drive commercial risk management and support successful project delivery within a highly regulated environment.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Contract Management.
• At least 10 years’ experience working on major capital projects within highly regulated industries, such as nuclear, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience preparing, managing, and closing NEC4 ECC Type C contracts and subcontracts.
• At least 5 years’ experience leading contract management and procurement teams.
• Strong understanding of contract strategy, procurement governance, and commercial risk management.
• Experience working with ISO 9001 and ISO 19443 quality management standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken.

Julija Jouffroy