Contract Manager

SeAH Wind; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise innovante du secteur éolien, SeAH Wind, recherche un Contracts Manager expérimenté pour soutenir ses projets Offshore Wind. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion de contrats importants, la fourniture de conseils juridiques, et le travail en étroite collaboration avec les équipes de projet. Les candidats doivent avoir une expérience dans la rédaction de contrats complexes et être d'excellents communicateurs.

Benefits

25 jours de congés annuels plus 8 jours fériés

Cotisation retraite de l'employeur de 5%

Medicash

Qualifications

• Expérience dans le secteur Offshore Wind ou construction lourde préférée.
• Solide expérience en rédaction et interprétation de contrats commerciaux complexes.
• Connaissance des pratiques d'estimation, de sourcing et d'approvisionnement.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des conseils juridiques clairs sur les contrats Offshore Wind.
• Rédiger des documents juridiques standard et sur mesure.
• Gérer les contrats fournisseurs et les stratégies de risque.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Risk management

Job description

Are you ready to be part of the most significant opportunity unfolding right at your doorstep? Bid farewell to extensive travel and contract work as we invite you to join the groundbreaking developments in the field. Whether you seek a stable future or have a passion for Green Energy, this is your chance.

Why us? We will be the biggest XXXL Monopile factory in the world servicing the offshore wind industry.

We are looking for an experienced and commercially astute Contracts Manager to join our team, with a focus on supporting Offshore Wind projects. This is a key role within the business, responsible for delivering expert advice and direction on all major commercial contracts, both at customer and subcontractor levels. You will be pivotal in guiding the business through the entire contract lifecyclefrom tender stage through to deliveryensuring robust risk management and contractual compliance at every step.

Day-to-day, you will provide clear and concise legal advice on Offshore Wind contracts to a wide range of internal stakeholders, helping them understand complex legislation, specifications, and contractual obligations. You will draft both standard and bespoke legal documents, including subcontractor terms and formal dispute communications, and will lead discussions with external legal counsel when required. A central part of your role will involve developing supplier contracts, managing risk strategies, and overseeing project insurance requirements. You'll work closely with project teams to influence decision-making, protect business interests, and escalate critical issues when appropriate. Additionally, you'll support Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers on contractual matters during project execution and offer guidance to less experienced colleagues as needed.

Experience in the Offshore Wind or heavy construction manufacturing industries is preferred. You will have a solid background in drafting and interpreting complex commercial contracts, with knowledge of estimating, sourcing, and procurement practices. Familiarity with Balance of Plant and FIDIC contracts, along with mitigation and claim management experience, will be highly advantageous. You must be a confident communicator and negotiator with strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. A proven ability to work across international teams and develop effective commercial relationships is essential, as is a track record of delivering successful projects and contracts within budget and scope.

In return, we can offer an attractive base salary of up-to £65k (DOE), 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, a 5% employer pension contribution and Medicash.

At SeAH Wind we are committed to developing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our aim is to build a workplace that attracts the most talented people and creates an environment that fosters courtesy and mutual respect.

All applications will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We know that getting this right is crucial for us to live our values: Honest, Passionate and Professional.

Simply put, SeAH Wind value you whoever you are.