Contract Development Manager

Job Description

Contract Development ManagerContributing to the development and delivery of the business contract strategy through the provision of specialist advice and the development of model & bespoke contracts.Locations: Birmingham, Bedford, Bristol, LeedsWhat youll be leading on

• Manage internal matrix teams, external contractors and procurement specialists for the development, production and management of suites of model contract documents for National Highways that reflect business needs.
• Providing specialist advice and guidance for staff & key stakeholders on the legal and policy framework for public sector procurement.
• Supporting best practice for policy and processes implementing government policy and UK, English legislation and EU legislation.
• Building relationships, collaborating and managing a wide range of stakeholders at all levels from within National Highways.
• Manage external legal and technical advisors.
• To be the focal point for the business providing procurement and contract technical advice and governance through:

1. the development, communication and implementation of best practice tools, procedures and processes needed to deliver best value
2. the provision of contract training and guidance for business areas.

• Lead, advise and be responsible for developing and drafting contracts as well as providing procurement advice to meet the operational needs of National Highways.
• Contribute to the assurance of the final tender documents, and ensure the contract documents are compliant with NEC, internal governance, and wider Government legislation.
• Assess safety performance to minimize risks, develop improvements and escalate issues with relevant authorities in a timely manner and carry out any tasks identified to the post in the Level 2 and relevant 2a Organisational Health & Safety RACI charts

To be successful

• Knowledge of public procurement law and contract law, including Public Contract Regulations 2006/2015 and associated EU Directives for open and restricted procedures, with an understanding of other procedures.
• A track record of contract development work (knowledge of contract types including all forms of NEC, and their application to business need) and/or leading major procurement activities (inviting/selecting tenders, managing contracts) and/or supplier selection.
• Experience of successful, effective and collaborative working partnerships across various internal & external stakeholders and customers.
• Significant contribution towards developing and improving a procurement function.
• A strong history in managing and working in matrix teams.
• Proven ability to successfully manage external advisers.

Why you should join usAt National Highways we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected and included to enable them to enjoy a great sense of wellbeing. Were proud that as an organisation we are continually strivingto do better and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers.So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it - then youll be a great fit for our organisation.An informal blended working approach has been adopted for many of our roles across National Highways. We offer many different ways to work flexibly and were open to discuss part-time working, job shares, and flexible start and finish times.