Principal Contracting & Procurement Manager Energy & Natural Resource

We are seeking an experienced Principal contracting & procurement manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery of major energy transition projects. This is a strategic leadership position responsible for developing and executing contracting and procurement strategies managing complex commercial agreements and driving value across large-scale offshore and onshore projects.

You will provide commercial leadership procurement expertise and contract management guidance throughout the project lifecycle ensuring the successful delivery of critical infrastructure programmes while maximising value managing risk and strengthening supplier and contractor relationships.

• Lead the development and execution of contracting and procurement strategies.
• Act as the commercial and contractual subject matter expert advising stakeholders on procurement approaches contract models and market trends.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing tendering negotiation evaluation and contract award.
• Draft negotiate and administer high-value contracts ensuring commercial risks are effectively managed.
• Lead contract management activities including variations claims disputes and change control processes.
• Monitor contractor and supplier performance ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and delivery requirements.
• Identify and manage commercial contractual and supply chain risks while driving value optimisation opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders contractors suppliers and strategic partners.
• Drive governance compliance reporting and continuous improvement across contracting and procurement activities.
• Mentor and support colleagues promoting commercial best practice and contributing to the successful delivery of strategic business objectives.

Qualifications :

Essential Experience

• Significant experience in Contracting Procurement Commercial or Supply Chain Management within Energy Infrastructure Oil & Gas Renewables or Energy Transition sectors.
• Proven track record of developing and delivering contracting and procurement strategies for major capital projects.
• Experience managing high-value contracts throughout the full lifecycle from tendering and award through to execution and close-out.
• Strong knowledge of NEC FIDIC LOGIC or other standard forms of contract.
• Demonstrable commercial negotiation skills with a focus on delivering value and managing risk.
• Experience managing contract variations claims disputes and commercial change processes.
• Strong stakeholder management communication and influencing skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience operating within complex highly regulated project environments.

Desirable

• MCIPS MRICS or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure offshore CCUS hydrogen renewable energy or power projects.
• Understanding of UK procurement regulations and commercial governance frameworks.
• Previous experience leading teams coaching colleagues or managing commercial resources.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time