NEC/ECC Project Manager

About the role

A leading UK water and infrastructure organisation is seeking experienced NEC/ECC Project Managers to join their commercial operations team in the East of England**** on a hybrid basis.

These are exciting opportunities to play a key role in delivering a major capital investment programme, managing NEC3/4 ECC and PSC contracts.

Responsibilities for NEC/ECC Project Manager:

• Lead robust contract management and administration of NEC3/4 ECC and PSC contracts.
• Implement contract management strategies and assurance frameworks across the supply chain
• Manage change control, early warnings, risk reduction meetings, and resolution of contractual issues
• Oversee project and framework performance through governance, reporting, and performance reviews
• Ensure compliance with payment assessments, final accounts, and procurement processes
• Foster a collaborative culture across Alliance partners, delivery teams, and stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement and embed commercial best practice across delivery routes
• Support and mentor junior team members including Assistant ECC Project Managers
• Participate in portfolio boards and governance groups, contributing to key decision making
• Champion health, safety, and environmental standards across all activities

Requirements for NEC/ECC Project Manager:

• HND or Degree in construction, engineering, or science related discipline
• NEC3 or NEC4 Project Manager accreditation
• Demonstrable experience in contract and commercial management within a design and construction environment
• Proven working knowledge of NEC contract management tools and processes
• Experience carrying out assurance activities within an NEC contract environment
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Commercial thinking with the ability to challenge and drive value for money outcomes
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

The impact you'll have

You will help shape how a major capital investment programme is delivered, working alongside Tier 1 Alliance partners and consultancy frameworks to keep contracts on track, costs under control, and standards high. Your commercial judgement and mentoring will strengthen the wider team's capability as the programme grows.