Senior Contracts Commercial Manager (Pre & Post Contract) – Energy & Natural Resource

Overview

In this role you will lead strategic procurement and contracting across a significant portfolio, maximising value while managing commercial risk. You will liaise with project teams, suppliers and delivery partners to shape procurement strategies and oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle activities. The role focuses on complex agreements in capital projects, including renewables or similar infrastructure, to support successful project outcomes. You will work within a collaborative Procurement & Commercial team that values governance, performance and continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working environment
• focus on work-life balance
• inclusive and diverse workplace

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and contracting strategies aligned with project goals
• Lead end-to-end Contract Lifecycle Management from sourcing to close-out
• Prepare ITTs, tender docs, award recommendations and evaluation criteria
• Source and evaluate complex goods/services and manage supplier proposals
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance and drive accountability
• Assist with contract negotiations and administration, ensuring obligations are met
• Identify and mitigate procurement and commercial risks per governance policies
• Draft and manage framework and call-off agreements
• Support prequalification, due diligence and supplier evaluations
• Monitor contract compliance, variations, claims and dispute resolution
• Provide commercial support to project teams and seek value/cost optimization
• Support procurement across existing frameworks and ensure timely delivery
• Conduct data analysis, forecasting, reporting and record management
• Prepare procurement plans, schedules and contract management documentation
• Report commercial risks and performance updates to stakeholders

Key requirements

• Experience in procurement, commercial or contract management, ideally in renewables, utilities, infrastructure, engineering or construction
• Knowledge of onshore/offshore renewable energy projects and contracting models
• Experience managing contracts through full lifecycle including tendering and claims
• Strong understanding of supplier sourcing, tenders, governance and negotiation
• Familiarity with contract forms such as NEC, FIDIC, LOGIC or equivalents
• Experience preparing procurement strategies, tender docs and award recommendations
• Understanding of contract compliance, supplier performance management, variations and disputes
• Experience contributing to budgets, forecasting and commercial reporting
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Understanding of HSE, governance and procurement best practices in major capital projects
• Knowledge of energy sector market developments and supplier capabilities
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Law or related discipline, or equivalent experience
• MCIPS membership or progress towards professional qualification advantageous but not essential

• stakeholder relationship management
• strong communication
• analytical thinking
• procurement strategy development
• contract lifecycle management
• tendering and commercial evaluations

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