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FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Service Manager with NEC4 programme domain experience to support a major Public Sector end client's Project and Programme Delivery (PPD) for a significant programme. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the successful administration and delivery of multiple contracts and projects across a nationally significant programme focused on managing flood and coastal risk.You will be responsible for undertaking a variety of NEC4 Service Manager duties, ensuring effective contract governance, commercial management, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with end client's Project Managers and delivery teams, you will help maintain compliance with contractual obligations, support programme performance, and contribute to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects.This role offers an initial 12-month contract, with the option to extend for a further 12 months at the client's discretion. This is a remote role with occasional travel to the client offices in the UK.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake all NEC4 Service Manager duties across multiple contracts and projects within the programmeAct as the NEC4 accredited Service Manager on NEC4 Professional Services Contracts (PSC), providing contract administration and supporting successful project and programme deliveryAdminister contracts in accordance with NEC4 Professional Services Contract (PSC) requirementsMaintain close engagement with end client project teams and stakeholders to ensure service delivery aligns with programme objectives and prioritiesManage contract administration activities through FastDraft and associated governance processesSupport cost forecasting activities and ensure accurate financial reportingPrepare, review, and report contract forecasts to end client Project Managers to support project forecasting and Financial Scheme of Delegation (FSoD) requirementsCoordinate cost transfers and payment allocations to the appropriate project, programme, and Single Operating System (SOP) cost codesMonitor amounts due under contract and ensure certified payments accurately reflect project allocations, preparing supporting schedules and documentation for FastDraft submissionMonitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, governance requirements, and timescalesEnsure all duties are undertaken in a collaborative, professional manner, applying appropriate technical knowledge and NEC best practiceManage programme information, communications, and reporting requirementsProvide commercial support and advice to project teams and stakeholdersEnsure contractual response periods are achieved and documented appropriatelyWork collaboratively with end client Project Managers to maintain effective contract governanceSupport risk, issue, and change management processes across multiple projectsBuild and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholdersProvide Service Manager support across a range of NEC contractsRequired Skills & ExperienceMust-HaveProven experience performing Service Manager, Contract Manager, within an infrastructure / environmental / engineering / public sector programmesSolid experience administering and managing contracts under the NEC4 framework, particularly NEC4 PSC contractsVery good understanding of NEC contractual processes, governance, and service management responsibilitiesExperience supporting cost forecasting, financial management, and commercial reporting activitiesExperience managing multiple projects or contracts simultaneouslyStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skillsExcellent programme coordination and delivery management experienceStrong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage competing priorities within a complex programme environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsNice to HaveExperience working with the public sector organisationsExperience within Environmental programmesFamiliarity with FastDraft or similar contract administration systemsBackground in infrastructure, water, environmental, or civil engineering projectsProfessional qualifications in Project Management, Programme Management, Contract Management, or Commercial ManagementMembership of a relevant professional body such as APM, ICE, or RICS

We are recruiting for a Commercial M&E Contracts and Procurement Manager for a Datacentre organisation based in London:The Commercial Contracts Manager is responsible for leading and advising on procurement strategies, compiling tender documentation, tender management and evaluation, contract negotiation, contract engrossment and contract execution to provide robust tender and contract governance, effective risk management, commercial optimisation, and compliance with Business requirements. Required activity will include procurement and contract support for professional teams and specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts for Business as Usual and major capital expenditure works to meet programme, cost, and value for money while maintaining required standards of quality.Manage communication with project stakeholders, customers, suppliers, professional teams and contractors.Document ManagementFully utilise the deployed document management system relating for all supplier activity (currently ASite).Supplier ManagementDevelop and maintain a database of approved suppliers for projects including status of key compliance documentation and renewal requirements (e.g. ISO Accreditations, Insurance Renewals, Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreements)Actively update compliance documentation from suppliers at least twice per annum.Arrange introductions of relevant new suppliers to project stakeholders as needed.Carry out Pre-Qualification and supplier on-boarding activity for any new suppliers selectedDevelop and negotiate Framework Agreements with key suppliers.Develop Key Performance Indicators for Design Teams and ContractorsArrange quarterly performance reviews with key suppliers in conjunction with project stakeholders. Provide KPI updates as a mechanism to manage performance.Escalate any matters of supplier non-compliance / poor performanceManage the removal of suppliers with other project stakeholders when required.Arrange upskilling and training events for key project stakeholders as a result of lessons learned or as part of continual process improvement.Procurement StrategyReview annual Capex Masterplan and advise on procurement strategies and suppliers for projects in accordance with procurement policies.Make presentations to the Business on Procurement Strategies, risks and benefits as requiredMonitor the development of project master programmes and comment on timescales for procurement activity. Identify opportunities for betterment of timescales and co-ordinate with project stakeholders to align on programme requirements.Develop and seek approval for commercial strategies to minimise contract costs and maximise return on investmentLiaise with project stakeholders and develop list of potential tenderersUpdate proposed tender list based on developing scope and Business needsMonitor that tenders are released in accordance with Master Programmes and escalate any issues.Tendering and NegotiationPrepare Requests for Proposal and Invitation to Tender documentation and compile and review tender documentation, for professional teams, specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts.Check tender documentation for completeness and provide a full QA check on readiness to tender. Advise on any gaps and the need for tender addendums if required.Manage the tender process including Expressions of Interest, pre-tender meetings, tender release, mid tender interviews, site inspections, tender clarifications and tender returns.Maintain records of tender events for audit purposesEvaluate returned tenders for completenessManage tender evaluations with project stakeholders including full technical, commercial and contract positionsFully evaluate commercial aspects of the tender for bettermentMaintain and issue tender clarifications and manage tenderer responsesArrange and manage post tender interviewsProvide an auditable tender evaluation outcome including relevant technical and commercial scores to determine the successful tenderer.Provide information for and prepare Procurement Committee papers for funding / appointment / contract approvalsPrepare Limited Letters of Order for project mobilisationIn conjunction with legal team, negotiate and agree contract terms with a clear objective to manage Business risk.Compile contract documentation for engrossment of contracts. Advise on missing information to complete contract documentation.Carry out a final audit of engrossed contracts for approval prior to submitting for signatureIn conjunction with legal team, prepare a legal briefing note to advise signatories of contract scope, risks and indemnitiesMonitor that contracts are signed in a timely manner and escalate any issues.

We are recruiting for a Commercial M&E Contracts and Procurement Manager for a Datacentre organisation based in London:The Commercial Contracts Manager is responsible for leading and advising on procurement strategies, compiling tender documentation, tender management and evaluation, contract negotiation, contract engrossment and contract execution to provide robust tender and contract governance, effective risk management, commercial optimisation, and compliance with Business requirements. Required activity will include procurement and contract support for professional teams and specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts for Business as Usual and major capital expenditure works to meet programme, cost, and value for money while maintaining required standards of quality.Manage communication with project stakeholders, customers, suppliers, professional teams and contractors.Document ManagementFully utilise the deployed document management system relating for all supplier activity (currently ASite).Supplier ManagementDevelop and maintain a database of approved suppliers for projects including status of key compliance documentation and renewal requirements (e.g. ISO Accreditations, Insurance Renewals, Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreements)Actively update compliance documentation from suppliers at least twice per annum.Arrange introductions of relevant new suppliers to project stakeholders as needed.Carry out Pre-Qualification and supplier on-boarding activity for any new suppliers selectedDevelop and negotiate Framework Agreements with key suppliers.Develop Key Performance Indicators for Design Teams and ContractorsArrange quarterly performance reviews with key suppliers in conjunction with project stakeholders. Provide KPI updates as a mechanism to manage performance.Escalate any matters of supplier non-compliance / poor performanceManage the removal of suppliers with other project stakeholders when required.Arrange upskilling and training events for key project stakeholders as a result of lessons learned or as part of continual process improvement.Procurement StrategyReview annual Capex Masterplan and advise on procurement strategies and suppliers for projects in accordance with procurement policies.Make presentations to the Business on Procurement Strategies, risks and benefits as requiredMonitor the development of project master programmes and comment on timescales for procurement activity. Identify opportunities for betterment of timescales and co-ordinate with project stakeholders to align on programme requirements.Develop and seek approval for commercial strategies to minimise contract costs and maximise return on investmentLiaise with project stakeholders and develop list of potential tenderersUpdate proposed tender list based on developing scope and Business needsMonitor that tenders are released in accordance with Master Programmes and escalate any issues.Tendering and NegotiationPrepare Requests for Proposal and Invitation to Tender documentation and compile and review tender documentation, for professional teams, specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts.Check tender documentation for completeness and provide a full QA check on readiness to tender. Advise on any gaps and the need for tender addendums if required.Manage the tender process including Expressions of Interest, pre-tender meetings, tender release, mid tender interviews, site inspections, tender clarifications and tender returns.Maintain records of tender events for audit purposesEvaluate returned tenders for completenessManage tender evaluations with project stakeholders including full technical, commercial and contract positionsFully evaluate commercial aspects of the tender for bettermentMaintain and issue tender clarifications and manage tenderer responsesArrange and manage post tender interviewsProvide an auditable tender evaluation outcome including relevant technical and commercial scores to determine the successful tenderer.Provide information for and prepare Procurement Committee papers for funding / appointment / contract approvalsPrepare Limited Letters of Order for project mobilisationIn conjunction with legal team, negotiate and agree contract terms with a clear objective to manage Business risk.Compile contract documentation for engrossment of contracts. Advise on missing information to complete contract documentation.Carry out a final audit of engrossed contracts for approval prior to submitting for signatureIn conjunction with legal team, prepare a legal briefing note to advise signatories of contract scope, risks and indemnitiesMonitor that contracts are signed in a timely manner and escalate any issues.