The Change Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end change process across infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contract requirements and project internal Variation Order procedures. The role coordinates all aspects of change management, from Early Warnings through to implementation, and acts as the central point of contact for change governance. The Change Manager leads change boards, integrates inputs from Contracts, Programme Controls, and other stakeholders, and ensures timely escalation and reporting of change progress, risks, and delays.
Responsibilities
- Manage the full lifecycle of change events from Early Warnings through to implementation in accordance with NEC4 and internal Variation Order processes.
- Coordinate and chair change boards, ensuring timely input from Contracts, Programme Controls, and other relevant functions.
- Maintain a central change log and ensure accurate documentation and audit trail for all change events.
- Monitor and report on the status of change events, highlighting delays, risks, and required escalations.
- Ensure alignment of change processes with contractual obligations and governance requirements.
- Support project teams in understanding and applying change procedures and contractual mechanisms.
- Liaise with commercial and controls teams to assess the cost and schedule impact of proposed changes.
- Drive continuous improvement in change management processes and tools.
- Provide regular reporting to the Head of Contracts and Commercial and senior stakeholders on change performance metrics.
- Ensure effective stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the change process.