Manager of Contracts and Claims

Job Title – Manager of Contracts and Claims

Location(s) –

Capenhurst, CH1 6ER OR Stoke Poges, SL2 4JS (Hybrid)

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for a Manager of Contracts and Claims. Based at our Capenhurst OR Stoke Poges sites, you’ll define, implement and deliver a complete Contract and Claims Management support system at all Urenco locations who work in line with global standards, ensuring sufficient and scalable control on all projects. 

The Manager of Contract and Claims  will be ultimately accountable for defining requirements, recruiting and building a department that will accountability and remit will include the development and implementation of the Contract and Claims Management support system globally.

They will also be responsible for all global Contract Management support resources and accountability for the quality of contract management and claims output in Urenco’s global project portfolio.

What will your day look like?

• Actively promote a pro-active safety culture, and be a role model, throughout the project lifecycle and across the Group
• Accountable for alignment between the business objectives and global contract management and claims support
• Accountable for the contract management support framework specific to the organization and all global locations
• Provide direction and be ultimately accountable for the in the development and evolution of standards and strategies to deliver against Urenco objectives across the portfolio of global projects
• Manage multinational and multi-level stakeholder expectations for contract management and claims across all business units and locations
• Accountable for delivering the target performance levels for Contract Management Support as defined by the KPI’s within the Project Support Service Level Agreement (SLA) and those on large complex projects Program(s)
• Create and implement a set  standard across the Urenco group for Contract Management and Claims and monitor lessons learnt to ensure these standards are continuously improved

What do you need to be great at this role?

• Educated to Degree level in a  relevant discipline (ideally contract, claims or legal)
• Project Management  or Project controls Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI, AACE or equivalent
• Extensive experience managing / leading a project support function
• Significant experience leading multi-cultural teams in several geographic locations
• Demonstrable experience across the entire project lifecycle, from concept development to hand-over
• Demonstrable success in project delivery
• Demonstrable experience Managing multi-national contracts upwards of £5 million
• Demonstrable experience in claims and disputes including expert witness (value over £20 million and varying complexities)

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and that’s just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to SC Clearance and medical, drug and alcohol testing prior to start.

Our Promise

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.  

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.