Contracts Engineer
* Salary Guide: to £45,000 pa, DOE
* Permanent position
* Location: Harwich, Essex
* Working Hours: Monday - Friday: 40 hours
* Free on-site car parking, easy access from railway station
Company Overview:
Our client, a market leader specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of innovative solutions for noise reduction and compliance with environmental standards, is seeking a talented Contracts Engineer to join their skilled team.
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will have a solid engineering background and experience in handling contracts within the mechanical site installation sector. This includes pricing, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling, evaluation of bids, monitoring performance, and resolution of claims and disputes. An interest in projects involving noise reduction solutions is beneficial, along with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects within the processing, installation industry, or a related engineering environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the entire project life-cycle, from planning and design to execution and closeout.
* Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and installation teams to ensure project requirements are met.
* Manage client relationships and act as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
* Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
* Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with projects.
* Prepare and review project documents, including terms and conditions, scope of work, and deliverables.
* Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of services.
Requirements:
* Strong project management skills, including the ability to create and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
* Demonstrated experience in contract management, ideally within mechanical installation.
* Familiarity with EIA chapter drafting is beneficial.
* Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar 2D/3D software.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* UK Driving Licence required.
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