Contracts Framework Manager

📍 Bridgend, South Wales
💼 Senior Role | Clear Progression | Competitive Package

Build the frameworks. Shape the future. Grow with OCU.

OCU Group is experiencing sustained and exciting growth across the water and wastewater sector, with a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming framework work. As a result of continued success, we are seeking an experienced Contracts Framework Manager to play a pivotal role in our South Wales operations, based in Bridgend.

This is a high-impact, senior position offering real influence, long-term career progression, and the opportunity to work on major utility frameworks for blue-chip clients across the UK.

The Opportunity

As Contracts Framework Manager, you will be at the heart of our commercial and contractual strategy, working closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, commercial teams and key stakeholders. You will manage frameworks end-to-end, from bid and tender through to delivery and final account, ensuring projects are commercially robust, contractually compliant and delivered to the highest standards.

This role offers a clear pathway into senior commercial leadership within a fast-growing business that actively invests in its people.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage tenders, bids and framework submissions to secure new business

• Develop, present and negotiate commercial and contractual proposals

• Build strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and terms of business

• Agree and manage budgets, programmes and timescales

• Oversee construction schedules, cost control and risk management

• Identify and manage variations, claims and unexpected costs

• Attend site and client meetings to monitor progress and performance

• Ensure projects meet technical, commercial and contractual standards

• Liaise with subcontractors, legal teams, financial and technical staff

• Oversee final accounts and close-out processes

• Operate across both office and site environments

What We’re Looking For

• Degree or HND in Construction, Commercial or Project Management
  (Equivalent experience considered)

• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 (FIDIC desirable)

• Solid understanding of the construction and utilities sector

• Commercially astute with strong contract and legal awareness

• Confident leader with excellent stakeholder management skills

• Strong numeracy, IT and analytical skills

• Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work on your own initiative

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Full UK Driving Licence – essential

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Clear progression pathway within a rapidly growing group

• Long-term framework stability with industry-leading clients

• Supportive leadership and investment in your development

• The chance to make a genuine impact in a business on a strong growth trajectory

Driven by Values. Powered by Inclusion.

At OCU, our values — integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and One Company United — guide everything we do. Inclusion is not just a principle; it’s fundamental to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

If you’re looking to join a business where your expertise is respected, your progression is supported and your impact matters, we’d love to hear from you.

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