Mechanical & Electrical Contract Manager

Mechanical & Electrical Contract Manager - Belfast - NI Water

Join NI Water in Belfast as a Mechanical & Electrical Contract Manager and play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure projects. The M&E Contract Manager is responsible for delivering effective contract management to ensure that goods and services are provided at the right quality, at the right time and at the right cost

. About the role:

• £35,354 per annum
• Westland, Belfast
• Full-time, 37 hours per week
• Please note closing date for this vacancy is Friday 13th March 2026 at 12 noon - however you can register your interest for other upcoming vacancies by applying today.

What you'll be doing in this role:

• Developing and implementing functional contract management strategies that align with NI Water's commercial objectives.
• Develops and implements short- to mid-term operational plans for contract delivery, focusing on optimising supplier performance, cost efficiency, and service quality within defined timeframes.
• Influences the adoption of new processes and standards by collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Applies and enhances operational standards for Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contract management, ensuring that processes, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms are continuously improved to meet evolving business needs.
• Owns the implementation of new and replacement contracts and/or Integrated Supplier Frameworks.
• Analyse finances and spend against Contract Purchase Agreements, ensuring compliance with NI Water's financial policies and procedures.
• Manages complex data to inform decision-making, ensuring that contract management actions are factual and aligned with both operational and financial targets.
• Contribute to the resolution of contractual disputes and work towards establishing harmonious working relationships between all parties involved in contract delivery.

What you'll need for this role:

• Have a degree/HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant mechanical; electrical; instrumentation, control & automation (ICA); or combined field Engineering AND at least 2 years' post qualification experience working with external contractors including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and resolving issues.
• OR Must have completed a recognised industrial maintenance apprenticeship (Mechanical, Electrical, ICA) AND have at least 3 years' post qualification experience working with external contractors including monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and resolving issues.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience of the delivery of current relevant legislation e.g. Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, LOLER, PUWER, Health & Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978, ATEX/DSEAR/Complex and relevant Mechanical and/or Electrical (Electricity at Work, IEE 18th Edition) regulations associated with facilities and assets;
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the operation and use of M&E contracts including installation, repair and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical assets;
• Demonstrate ability and experience of performance management, measuring and delivery of KPI's with respect to external service providers;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. MS Excel experience should include the ability to analyse, formulate and manipulate data for presentation in a professional manner;
• Hold a current valid driving licence and have access to a form of transport to enable you to fulfil your responsibilities.
• As part of the reference checking and vetting process for this position you will be requested to undertake a Basic AccessNI Disclosure. Having a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

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