Contracts & Procurement Manager, Green Hydrogen Project
We are seeking to appoint the Contracts & Procurement Manager for a major, multi-GW Green Hydrogen project currently in development, with FEED complete on the first phase of the project. This is a client side position working for a large-scale energy asset operator who are backed by top tier private equity investment.
This role can be based from offices in either London or Aberdeen.
The Contracts & Procurement Manager will be responsible for the following:
* Lead the contracting and procurement effort for the green hydrogen project.
* Take a leading role in negotiating the award of large contracts and purchase orders.
* Manage contractual relationships with key contractors and suppliers.
* Set up and follow the agreed contracts and procurement governance process.
* Ensure that all contracts and procurement work is effectively planned and successfully delivered in support of the overall project objectives.
* Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms and monitor their compliance with contractual terms and conditions including applicable laws.
* Analyse and evaluate supplier performance.
* Monitor industry trends and developments.
* Have a strong understanding of risk management in commercial contracts.
* Accurately report the status of all contracts and procurement work.
The successful candidate should demonstrate the following experience:
* Deep knowledge of the UK and international contracting and supply market.
* Demonstrable previous experience of successfully tendering and procuring large scale EPC projects in the process or power industry (TIC Value >£500m).
* Proven capability in contributing to and developing value driven, innovative contracting strategies.
* History of developing productive supply chain relationships.
* Deep knowledge of standard contract forms (e.g. NEC 4, IChemE).
* Working knowledge of key relevant UK procurement legislation, e.g. Bribery Act and Modern Slavery Act.
* Working knowledge of procurement systems e.g. SAP, AVEVA ERM and CRM.
Required Personal Attributes:
* Credible leader possessing considerable commercial acumen.
* Transparent; operates to the highest ethical standards.
* Enjoys deploying innovative and new ways of working.
* Flexible and solution oriented especially when faced with uncertainty, ambiguity or changing requirements.
* Collegiate and supportive with a low ego approach.
* Natural team builder.
* Highly effective communicator (written and verbal).
* Numerate and analytical, uses data to support decision making.
Desired Qualifications:
* Degree level qualification preferred; Engineering background advantageous.
* Membership of professional body (RICS or CIPS).
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
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