Commercial Project & Contract Manager

SMA Solar Technology AG; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to shaping the future of renewable energy as a Commercial Project & Contract Manager. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the commercial evaluation of customer projects, ensuring their success from initiation through to completion. Collaborating with diverse teams, you will negotiate complex contracts and conduct thorough risk analyses, all while adhering to internal processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale photovoltaic projects, making a significant impact on sustainable energy solutions. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Work-life balance

Flexible work schedule

Community and camaraderie

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Law or Administration with experience in contract negotiations.
• Several years of experience with complex project contracts in international business.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for commercial examination and evaluation of customer projects.
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to negotiate and document contracts.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Business Law

Degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP Systems

MS Office

Job description

Title: Commercial Project & Contract Manager

Location: Milton Keynes, GB

Job Type: Full time - permanent

ENERGY THAT CHANGES: Innovative and sustainable key technologies are prerequisites for renewable energy supply. More than 3,000 employees from 18 countries work to ensure that SMA is actively helping to promote the production and development of PV system technology worldwide.

Would you like to play a part in shaping the energy supply of the future? Welcome to SMA.

be energy. Your energy can thrive with us. Respond to changes in an active, bold and targeted way.

be flexible. Conditions can change, so our work schedule models offer you a solution.

be family. A sense of community and camaraderie is important to us. We offer work-life-balance.

The Large Scale segment is responsible for the business outcomes of projects in the megawatt range, particularly in the segment of photovoltaic utility-scale power plants. Within this segment, Commercial Project Management (CPjM) takes responsibility for evaluating the risks of customer orders. As a Commercial Project Manager, you ensure project success even in the project initiation phase. We look forward to having you strengthen our team!

Your contribution to the bigger picture:

• You are responsible for the commercial examination and evaluation of customer projects based on business requirements and compliance. You independently prepare project-specific calculations, comprehensive risk analyses, and potentially cash flow statements.
• You collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to conceptualize, develop, negotiate, and document complex commercial contracts. Additionally, you review offers and contracts with national and international clients.
• You are accountable for ensuring and adhering to internal approval processes in bidding and contracting.
• Throughout the project lifecycle, you conduct project reviews and define measures to secure project success.
• You independently develop end-to-end processes, tools, and guidelines and implement them.
• Degree in Business Law, Business Administration, or a comparable background with experience in contract negotiations.
• Ideally, several years of relevant professional experience dealing with complex project contracts in international business.
• Proficient in handling ERP/MS Office systems and modules.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills coupled with the ability to simplify complexity.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a solution-oriented approach.

Reporting Line:

• Reports to the Large Scale Director

#bethechange We look forward to receiving your application.

Your contact is Amy Marshall.

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