Senior Contract Manager

sse.com; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Senior Contract Manager to join their Procurement and Commercial Team. This role involves supporting offshore development projects with a significant budget. Candidates should have extensive experience in managing high-value contracts, preferably in the transmission industry. The position requires skills in procurement strategies, cost management, and compliance. The job offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Solid proven experience managing contracts on large capital projects.
• Experience presenting at a Senior Leadership level.
• Knowledge of procurement and commercial policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide world class procurement and commercial service.
• Support procurement activities and contract terms negotiation.
• Manage cost and budget with regular reporting.

Skills

Experience with NEC, FIDIC, LOGIC

Cost management

Cost reporting and forecasting

Interpreting numerical data

Contract negotiation

Education

Quantity Surveying degree, Law or relevant Business Degree

Job description

Base Location

Aberdeen

Salary

£58,100- £87,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Contract Manager to join our Procurement and Commercial Team within the Transmission Development Directorate focussing on offshore development projects. The Networks Transmission business is forecasting a £12Bn spend within the next 10 years across their key capital projects and the successful candidate will play an instrumental role in supporting these projects as they progress through the development phases.

We are looking for candidates who have both pre- and post-contract experience of high value contracts, preferably within transmission or a similar industry. Offshore marine/subsea experience will also be beneficial for supporting the Marine Team.

You will

• Provide a world class procurement and commercial service to internal customers, ensuring all aspects of development are following internal controls as established through the Large Capital Projects Governance and Commercial Manuals.
• Support and lead procurement activities such as the development of Project procurement strategies, managing the procurement process, negotiation of contract terms and conditions and price through to contract award whilst ensuring compliance with the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016 and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Support cost estimating to the required standard and accuracy. Ensure all relevant evidence is included within the estimate to demonstrate efficiency of expenditure to internal and external stakeholders such as Ofgem.
• Support cost and budget management via regular cost reporting and ensuring change management procedures are adhered to.
• Provide robust post contract commercial management services which will support the project goals and objectives.

You have

• Experience in a similar role where you were responsible for developing and implementing strategies, procuring and managing contracts, preparing development papers and presenting at a Senior Leadership level.
• Experience and competence with the relevant conditions of contract including NEC, FIDIC or LOGIC and on all cost management issues.
• Experience with cost reporting, forecasting, accrual management and supply chain payment.
• Knowledge of relevant statutory and legal provisions and detailed knowledge of procurement and commercial policies and procedures.
• Experience of interpreting numerical data & experience of drafting and interpreting commercial contracts with and understanding of the supply chain and how to improve it.

Minimum Requirements

• Quantity Surveying degree, Law or relevant Business Degree.
• Solid proven experience of managing contracts on large capital projects or programmes of work.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

SSE own a portfolio of over 500 property and land assets – power stations, offices, depots and more. Our P&C, Property and FM teams help make sure our portfolio is modern, safe and fit for purpose. They help us get the best service and value from partners, while ensuring suppliers meet compliance, contractual and business obligations.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.