Contract Manager - Offshore Wind

Rullion Managed Services; North East; Hybrid; GBP 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support a major offshore wind programme within a leading energy organisation. The role manages commercial and contractual activities across offshore wind projects and supply chains.

You will negotiate terms, support supplier selection, ensure timely contract awards and robust administration, and build strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management, procurement, or commercial management.
• Experience negotiating and managing complex contracts.
• Knowledge of procurement and contract management principles.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial and contractual activities across offshore wind projects.
• Negotiating commercial terms and supporting supplier selection processes.
• Ensuring timely contract awards and effective contract administration.
• Managing relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Supporting ongoing operational and asset management activities.
• Providing commercial advice and support to the wider business.
• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement.
• Supporting procurement governance and compliance activities.
• Identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and cost savings within the supply chain.
• Contributing to sustainable and ethical procurement initiatives.

Skills

Contract Management

Procurement

Commercial Management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant qualification in commercial, engineering, legal, or business disciplines

Tools

SAP

IFS

Job description

Contract Manager - Offshore Wind

Hybrid - Durham or Edinburgh (1-2 days per week in office)

Up to £700/day Inside IR35 (DOE)

6-Month Contract (likely extension)

Start Date: ASAP

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contract Manager to support a major offshore wind programme within a leading energy organisation. This role will play a key part in managing commercial and contractual activities across offshore wind operations and associated supply chain activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in renewables, offshore wind, energy, or highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, looking to join a fast-paced and collaborative project environment.

The Role

• Managing commercial and contractual activities across offshore wind projects
• Negotiating commercial terms and supporting supplier selection processes
• Ensuring timely contract awards and effective contract administration
• Managing relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
• Supporting ongoing operational and asset management activities
• Providing commercial advice and support to the wider business
• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement
• Supporting procurement governance and compliance activities
• Identifying opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and cost savings within the supply chain
• Contributing to sustainable and ethical procurement initiatives

Requirements

• Strong experience within Contract Management, Procurement, or Commercial Management
• Previous experience within offshore wind or wider renewable energy projects preferred
• Candidates from energy, utilities, infrastructure, or nuclear backgrounds will also be considered
• Proven experience negotiating and managing complex contracts
• Strong understanding of procurement and contract management principles
• Experience administering development, construction, or operational contracts
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and stakeholder engagement effectively
• Knowledge of SAP/IFS or similar systems would be advantageous
• Relevant qualification in commercial, engineering, legal, or business disciplines beneficial

Additional Information

Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility around Durham or Edinburgh office attendance

Immediate start available

Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension

Competitive day rate available depending on experience

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants