About this role
NEC4 Contract Administration
Administer NEC4 in line with HS2 commercial procedures and governanceManage:Compensation Events (CEs) – preparation, assessment, negotiation, agreementNCE/Early warning process and risk reductionEnsure compliance with time-barring, notification, and acceptance proceduresSupport the Project Manager / Commercial Lead function under NEC contractChange & Risk Management
Lead evaluation of scope changes and CE submissions from the DJVProvide robust cost and programme impact analysisMaintain and update commercial risk registersStakeholder Management
Act as a key interface between:HS2 project team / Client functionsHS2 Track DJV (Egis and JV interfaces)Internal Egis project teamsProvide clear commercial advice to senior stakeholdersSupport engagement across multi-disciplinary rail delivery environmentReporting & Governance
Produce and maintain:Weekly / Monthly cost reportsCE registers and trackersFinancial dashboards for leadership reviewEnsure compliance with:HS2Track DJV commercial standardsEgis internal governanceMaintain full audit trail of commercial decisionsKey Deliverables
Cost forecasts and outturn positionsAssessed and agreed Compensation EventsCommercial risk and opportunity assessmentsMonthly cost and performance reportsFinal account / contract close-out documentation Essential
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial ManagementExtensive experience in major infrastructure / rail Strong working knowledge of NEC4 (essential)Proven track record in:Cost management of NEC4Compensation Event assessmentCommercial assurance on client/consultancy sideDesirable
HS2 project experience or familiarity with HS2 governance frameworksExperience with Track systems, rail engineering, or multidisciplinary design JV environmentProfessional MembershipMRICS / working towards chartership preferredCore Competencies
Technical Excellence
Deep expertise in NEC4 contract mechanicsStrong numerical and analytical capabilityAbility to interrogate cost data and fee modelsCommercial Acumen
Applies sound judgement to protect client value and programme outcomesProactively identifies and mitigates financial riskCollaboration & Influence
Works effectively across client, DJV, and supplier interfacesBuilds trusted relationships in a high-pressure delivery environmentSuccess Measures
Accurate and timely cost forecasting and reportingEfficient agreement of Compensation Events (minimising backlog/disputes)Positive audit outcomes and full governance complianceEffective commercial support to Track DJV delivery objectives Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
At EGIS, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.