Cost and contract Manager

Associated British Ports - Central, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Central, LA

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About the position

Associated British Ports (ABP) is seeking a dedicated Cost and Contract Manager to join the Procurement & Contract Management team. This role is crucial for supporting ABP's ambitious growth by transforming new opportunities into reality. The primary objective is to optimize value and financial performance throughout the procurement lifecycle, which includes understanding budgets, estimating costs, and managing contractual risks. The position involves implementing effective contract management methods and processes throughout the contract and framework life cycle. The Cost and Contract Manager will spearhead the development and execution of a Cost and Contract Management Centre of Excellence (CCMCoE) for goods and services, focusing on adopting standard methodologies to optimize contract performance and minimize risks. Responsibilities include managing the contract lifecycle, developing strategies to mitigate contract-related risks, mentoring team members, maintaining a centralized repository of contract-related knowledge, supporting contract performance reviews, negotiating legal terms, and delivering training programs to enhance contract management capabilities within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and execution of a Cost and Contract Management Centre of Excellence (CCMCoE) for goods and services.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including drafting, modification, execution, amendments, and renewal of contracts.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate contract-related risks.
• Provide mentorship to members of the Regional Asset Management and Engineering teams in contract and cost matters.
• Build and maintain a centralized repository of contract-related knowledge, templates, and standard methodologies.
• Support regular contract performance reviews and provide recommendations for corrective actions or adjustments.
• Negotiate legal terms and review scopes of work for quality assurance.
• Disseminate contract documents to appropriate parties, both externally and internally.
• Develop and deliver training programs to improve contract management abilities of staff and collaborators.
• Lead all aspects of the contract review process, identifying potential risks and opportunities.

Requirements

• Experience of leading and interacting with senior internal and external collaborators to successfully deliver large scale and high-risk end to end procurement of goods and services.
• Experience of working in a complex collaborator environment and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience in Programme Management with extensive contract, commercial, and risk allocation skills.
• Extensive experience in the administration of different forms of contract including ICC/JCT/FIDIC and NEC contracts.
• Experience in managing commercial negotiations and supporting the establishment and management of policies.
• Good IT skills, proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong cost and contract management experience in practice.
• Knowledge of regulated procurement environments.
• Experience working with a regulated utilities provider or publicly funded bodies.
• Experience in leading and direct line management of teams.
• Ability to strategically influence and negotiate with collaborators on contract and commercial matters.
• Ability to manage a large number of highly diverse contracts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension (starting at 3% employee, up to 10% matching)
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Program access
• 26 days annual leave (option to purchase more)
• Discounts and cash back from high street and online retailers
• Inclusive work environment with in-house training academy for skill development