Lead Contract Manager

Lead Contract Manager – Major Energy Project

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Contract Manager to join a high-profile Net Zero energy project. This multi-billion-pound Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project will involve an initial 12-month assignment in Paris, followed by 2-3 years on-site in Teesside, UK.

The Role:

• Advise the Project Director on contract strategy and execution.
• Lead all contract management activities, ensuring compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Develop and negotiate contractual terms for key project agreements, including client contracts, partnerships, and supply chain arrangements.
• Oversee risk management, change orders, claims, and commercial strategy.
• Manage a team of contract engineers and legal advisors.
• Act as a key interface between legal, procurement, and project teams.
• Provide strategic recommendations to maximise contract value and mitigate risks.

What We’re Looking For:

• Expertise in contract management, legal negotiation, and risk assessment.
• Experience in EPC projects within energy, oil & gas, power plants, or carbon capture.
• Strong knowledge of English Law/Common Law (NEC4 Contract – Option E is a plus).
• Ability to manage complex multi-centre and consortium partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills in English (French is a plus).
• Highly autonomous with a strategic mindset and strong leadership skills.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most significant net zero infrastructure projects, working alongside top industry professionals.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.