Prime Contract Lead

About The Company

At Mace Construct, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are innovators, trusted partners, construction experts. Founded on a belief that the built environment sector could be more efficient, innovative and responsible. We’ve built a reputation and track record for delivering projects better than ever before: safer, faster and greener. Transforming industries, supporting communities and leaving legacies.

About The Project

Mace Dragados Joint Venture (MDJV) is the construction partner for the new HS2 Euston Station, working with HS2 Ltd and design partners to deliver new platforms, concourse structures, and interchange links to London Underground and National Rail.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Review the terms of the Prime Contract, Works Information the CP offer and all commitments and contract promises
• Undertake regular project reviews and audits to verify that the project team are complying with the contract
• Advise on any conflict between the contract obligations and current legislation
• Review subcontract terms and conditions for packages of works downstream and ensure obligations are back-to-back with main agreement
• Review all client changes for implication on main contract commitments and obligations, assist in drafting of early warning notices and assessing and negotiating compensation events
• Support negotiation of Consolidation Point with the client
• Audit that client approvals and consents are received in accordance with contract terms and are fully recorded
• Review and manage all contractual correspondence and notifications to the client
• Audit that all insurance, guarantees and warrantees required under the contract are obtained and maintained throughout the currency of the project
• Support the Project Director and Commercial Director in the resolution of any disputes with the Client
• Provide regular reports to the JV Board on prime contract matters
• Provide guidance to the project team on contract requirements and contractual issues
• Responsible for overseeing the JV change control process on the project
• Responsible for overseeing implementation of the JV Cost Assurance Plan to ensure costs incurred/claimed are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the main contract and to minimise risk of Disallowed Cost.

What You’ll Bring

• Expert knowledge of Contract Law particularly NEC C contracts/
• Expert knowledge of dispute management and resolution
• Knowledge of change control processes.

Nice to have

• Experience working in a joint venture arrangement
• Experience working on major infrastructure projects
• Expert knowledge of NEC Contract A and E

You can find more information about our culture, values, and how we reward our people here.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

Primary Location

GB-GB-London

Organization

Mace Construct Limited

Schedule

Regular

Job Type

Full-time

Job Posting

15-Oct-2026, 9:20:44 AM