Contract Manager - Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture & Hydrogen Initiatives

Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager to join this Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture & Hydrogen Initiative not-for-profit organisation with millions of Energy customers.Location: Canary Wharf or LeedsContract Manager Vacancies - Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture & Hydrogen InitiativesRole Overview:As a Contract Manager (CM), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen initiatives in the UK. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a role that offers more than just tasksit offers a chance to make a tangible difference. Dive deep into the intricacies of contract management, stakeholder relationships, and strategic advisory, all while supporting our Lead Contract Managers in driving key initiatives. You will be responsible for managing the significant subsidies provided to the Generators. Whether through the day-to-day relationship and contract management of them or supporting Lead Contract Managers with the more complex contractual, technical, and relationshipissues. Relationship management is a significant part of our role. Interaction with Generators/Emitters is frequent during the contract lifecycle (20+ years), and particularly during the initial 4-5 years, when projects are going through the development and construction phases. Site visits to each project are also undertaken at least once a year and provide a unique opportunity to gain exposure to these leading-edge technologies and meet the people you are working with.Given that this company is a not-for-profit organisation, this is not a typical contract or commercial management role. Performance is not measured against a bottom line, but instead by two guiding principles: to maintain investors confidence in existing and new schemes and to minimise cost to consumers.Contract Managers also lead on supporting the wider Scheme Delivery Team and various initiatives, and regularly interface with both internal (Legal, Data & Analytics, Finance, etc.) and external (DESNZ, Ofgem, EMRS, etc.) stakeholders.We have positions available at various levels (Assistant CM, CM, Senior CM, and Principal CM) depending on your skills, previous experience, and qualifications.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Responsibilities: Contract Implementation & Execution: Oversee the seamless execution of contracts from initiation to closure, ensuring all parties adhere to stipulated terms and conditions. Stakeholder Relationship Management: Cultivate and nurture relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, from project developers to government representatives, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration. Contract Monitoring & Compliance: Vigilantly monitor contract performance, ensuring compliance with key milestones and conducting on-site progress assessments. Reporting & Analysis: Monitor and report on construction progress, financial implications, and potential risks, offering insights that drive decision-making (new schemes mainly). Continuous Improvement & Training: Champion best practices in contract management, mentoring junior team members and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Advisory Role: Serve as a linchpin in advising the government on renewable business model contracts and be the backbone of support for our Lead Contract Managers in pivotal decision-making processes. Scheme Development & Delivery: Be at the helm of developing and delivering scheme contracts, from renewable business models to hydrogen initiatives, ensuring they align with the broader vision of the UK government. Analysis & Advisory: Illuminate the path forward with your analytical prowess, offering invaluable advice on business models and inspiring investor confidence through presentations and discussions.Skills Knowledge and ExpertiseKey Requirements: A self-starting technical/commercial contract manager with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in the operational delivery of construction or energy contracts, with a STEM-related degree or 4+ years of relevant experience without a degree. Operational contract management experience must include, contract: reviews negotiation change management and administration claim/dispute management and settlement technical knowledge of engineering in renewable technologies, petrochem, power, or thermal industriesEmployee Benefits:Key benefits that may be available depending on the role include: 25 days annual leave and bank holidays Recognition schemes allowing colleagues to say thanks Company contribution to your pension scheme Family friendly policies, including enhanced company maternity/paternity and shared parental benefits Employee assistance programme for free, confidential support for your professional or personal life, including financial management and family care Special leave such as study leave, sabbatical or public duties Three days paid leave a year for volunteering to support your local community Season ticket loan scheme to support your commute Access to Work Perks offering deals, discounts and cash back on your purchases Family savings on days out and English Heritage or gym discounts through our partners.We believe in equality of opportunity for all job applicants regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, creed or religion, disability, sexual orientation or age. Specialising within Energy Trading, Oil & Gas, Financial Marketsand TV & Entertainment, Eaglecliff Recruitment is ISO accredited, a Member of REC and listed within the top 4% for Financial stability by Dun & Bradstreet. Please telephone for an immediate response or email your CV for a reply within one hour. EaglecliffLtd is acting in the capacity of an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for contractor resourcing.