Senior Cost and Contract Manager
2 days ago
City of London
Cost & Contract Manager – Water Sector (NEC3/4 Specialist) Locations: Peterborough | Manchester | Reading | Snodland | Brighton | London Movar is reshaping how major water infrastructure programmes are delivered, combining commercial expertise, digital project controls, and industry-leading NEC capability. We support water companies, Tier 1 contractors and alliance partners to deliver AMP7 and AMP8 investments efficiently and contractually sound. We are now seeking Cost & Contract Managers who can protect commercial interests, manage contract compliance, and bring intelligent cost insight to project delivery. Why Join Movar? • Work directly within major UK water frameworks (AMP7 & AMP8), influencing commercial decisions at programme level., • Recognised for Global Innovation in Project Controls combine commercial expertise with digital intelligence., • Support to gain NEC accreditation, RICS/CECA/APM chartership or equivalent., • Hybrid working, typically 3–4 days on client site or regional Movar offices., • Values-driven culture built on Integrity, Drive, Empathy, Adaptability and Loyalty (IDEAL).Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial & Contract Management, • Administer NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C & E), ensuring full compliance with contractual mechanisms., • Prepare, assess and agree Compensation Events, Early Warnings, Defined Cost, and final accounts., • Draft and review contract communications, including CE notifications, Project Manager Instructions and responses., • Support procurement, tender evaluations and subcontract drafting in line with NEC terms.Cost Control & Financial Reporting, • Manage project cost plans, budget tracking and earned value analysis., • Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, cashflow updates and support applications for payment., • Collaborate with Project Managers and QS teams on valuations and cost recovery., • Provide commercial insight to support investment decisions and risk management.Risk, Change & Dispute Avoidance, • Maintain risk registers and support mitigation strategies., • Lead change control processes and ensure alignment with baseline cost and programme., • Identify commercial risks/opportunities early and escalate where required., • Support dispute avoidance and resolution processes in line with NEC contract principles.Governance & Business Support, • Maintain accurate commercial records, audit trails and cost databases., • Contribute to internal delivery reviews, commercial governance and lessons learned., • Support proposal writing, bids and growth of Movar’s Cost & Commercial Management service line., • Promote best practice in cost assurance, benchmarking and digital reporting.What You’ll Bring, • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Project Management or similar., • Strong experience in infrastructure/commercial delivery, water sector or utilities experience preferred., • Proven NEC3/4 contract administration skills (Options A, C or E required)., • NEC Accreditation, NEC Service Manager / Project Manager Certificate (desirable)., • Working towards chartership (RICS, APM, CICES, ICE or equivalent)., • Strong financial reporting, forecasting and stakeholder management skills., • CSCS card and Water Hygiene/SHEA card advantageous., • Full right to work in the UK and willingness to travel.What Movar Offers You, • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus., • Funded NEC certification and support for chartership., • Hybrid working model, client sites across listed regions., • Opportunity to shape AMP8 commercial strategies and influence national infrastructure investment., • A supportive, ambitious consultancy where your impact is visible and valued. If you're interested in this role and feel you have the skills and experience to exceed, please send your CV to .