Contract Manager

South Shields
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Position: Contract Manager

Job ID: 2094/49

Location: South Shields

Rate/Salary: £50 - 55k

Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit: our website for a list of our vacancies. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Senior Contracts Manager

Typically, this person will be proactive and highly organised, leading the contracts and projects department to ensure successful planning, coordination, and delivery of key projects on Royal Navy vessels. They will work closely with contractors, OEMs, internal departments, and MOD stakeholders to deliver a compliant, cost-effective, and high-quality service.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

Duties and responsibilities of the Senior Contracts Manager:

• Lead and manage the project team, ensuring the successful development and closeout of all technical tasks

• Oversee planning and execution of upgrade programs, preparing detailed work packages and schedules.

• Liaise with MOD representatives to ensure alignment with engineering and regulatory standards.

• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and OEMs to define scope, budgets, and resources

• Deliver projects from initiation through completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget performance.

• Ensure technical solutions are delivered effectively, including upgrades and vessel modifications.

• Manage cost and resource estimation, change control processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Attend client meetings as lead representative, supported by the wider team.

• Contribute to invoice preparation and negotiate settlements with OEMs, third parties, and shipyards.

• Monitor performance through KPIs and report monthly to senior management.

Qualifications and requirements for the Senior Contracts Manager:

• Demonstrated experience in project or contract management within defence, marine, or shipbuilding.

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, or Electrical Engineering (or related field).

• Experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple technical workstreams.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at all levels.

• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).

• (Desirable) Background supporting MOD-managed assets (Royal Navy or RFA).

• (Desirable) Knowledge of Classification Societies, Flag State requirements, and defence regulations.

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role

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