Contracts Manager
Cushman & Wakefield · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Managing contracts
- Overseeing purchase orders
- Monitoring budgets
What they ask for
Relevant degree in commercial management, quantity surveying, procurement, business, or law; experience in contracts/commercial management; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; valid New Zealand working rights.
- Bachelor's degree
About the job
Job Title
Contracts Manager Job Description Summary
Job Description
Contracts Manager – Data Centre Operations
Location: Southland, New Zealand
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contract administration, commercial management and supplier relationships within a critical data centre environment.
You will be responsible for managing contractual obligations, purchase orders, variations, invoices, supplier performance and commercial reporting, ensuring effective cost control and contractual compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage contract administration, obligations, renewals and commercial governance.
- Oversee purchase orders, quotations, variations, invoices and payment approvals.
- Monitor budgets, committed costs, forecasts and supplier expenditure.
- Review supplier quotations and commercial proposals to ensure value for money.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, finance, procurement, engineering teams and suppliers.
- Maintain accurate contract documentation, approvals and audit records.
- Manage supplier onboarding, performance reviews and contractual compliance.
- Identify and escalate commercial risks and contractual issues.
About You
- Relevant degree or qualification in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Business, Law or a related discipline.
- Experience in contracts, commercial management, procurement or quantity surveying.
- Experience managing multiple supplier contracts, maintenance services and project arrangements.
- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation and cost-control skills.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Facilities management, construction, utilities or critical infrastructure experience is desirable.
- Data centre experience will be an advantage.
- Must have valid New Zealand working rights.
About Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, with more than 50,000 employees across 60 countries. We are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through collaboration, innovation and service excellence.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work within a global organisation.
- Exposure to a specialist critical infrastructure environment.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Relocation allowance available.
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”
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