Job Description

Senior Contract Manager

Location- London or Glasgow

Salary from £57,600 with up to 15% Annual Bonus and Single Healthcare

Permanent

Help us create a better future, quicker

As Senior Contract Manager, you will assist on negotiating, securingand managing contracts required by the Construction function in the execution of Offshore Windfarms.

This role will also have a reporting line in the project, generally the Project Construction Manager.

Whatyou’llbe doing

You will focus on the delivery of large-scale Offshore Wind projects, working with multinational joint venture partners and Contractors to ensure that our position is suitably protected in all agreements.

Establishing and leading a team of experts to define contracting strategies and plans, you will be required to oversee and support the tendering, negotiationand management of construction contracts

Working closely with the supply chain to maintain high-level relationships with suppliers and contractors, you will ensure effective and value-adding relationships with suppliers to enhance our ability to deliver against our business strategy

Frequent travel to various locations in UK and overseas may be required during the development, contracting and delivery phases of the project

Functions and activities to ensure you will effectively manage contracts, support project delivery and contribute to the overall success of Offshore Windfarm projects will consist of the following:

Contract Strategy Development

• You will develop and implement contracting strategies and plans for the Offshore Windfarm project in close coordination with project construction manager You will also ensure that strategies align with overall business objectives and project requirements

Tendering and Negotiating

• You will lead the tendering process, preparing and issuing tender documents, negotiating contractual terms and conditions with suppliers and contractors to secure favourable agreements

Contract Management

• You will oversee the execution and administration of contracts, ensuring that project milestones and deliverables are met on time and within budgetMonitoring contract performance to ensure compliance with terms and conditions, you will also manage contract variations, claims and disputes effectively

Teamwork

• You will provide guidance and support to Contract Managers and other team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment

Stakeholder Collaboration

• You will coordinate with internal departments (e.gOperations, Technical Services, Project Support) to ensure comprehensive input into contracts whilst maintaining effective relationships with external stakeholdersincluding suppliers, contractors, joint venture partnersand regulatory bodies

Supply Chain Management

• You will work closely with the supply chain to maintain high-level relationships with suppliers and contractors, ensuring the supply chain is aligned with project requirements and business strategy

Risk Management

• You will identify and mitigate risks associated with contract execution and project delivery whilst developing contingency plans to address potential issues and challenges

Compliance and Reporting

• You will ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory and company standardsYou will also prepare and present regular reports on contract performance and project progress to senior management

Continuous Improvement

• You will identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in contract management You will stay updated with industry trends and developments to enhance contract management practices

What you’llbring

To be successful in this role, you will be educated to Degree level andpossess a commercially orientated qualification with strong technical preferences

With your experience in ProjectContract and Management, you will be IT literate with the ability to operate MS Office systems and other IT based project management software

Being flexible to travel around Europe, you will have a proven track record delivering complex multi-discipline projects

Previous work experienceswithinOffshore sector, Energy sector or within Onshore Construction are advantageous

Whatsin it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. 

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave

• Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme

• Payroll giving and charity matched funding

• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

• Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change

• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving

• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans

• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments

• Life Assurance (4x salary)

• Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support

• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over £6m every working day to make this happen. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

ScottishPower is committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

I MPORTANT

Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below

April-17-2026