Contractor Management Analyst

iberdrola; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Job summary

ScottishPower is seeking a Contracting Management Analyst in Glasgow to manage live framework agreements and drive governance across SPD frameworks. The role requires understanding of SPEN operations, ED2, procurement processes, and contract forms.

You will analyse framework utilisation, report on performance data, and provide insights. SAP and PowerBI knowledge are valuable as the team manages an annual framework portfolio around £900 million.

Qualifications

• Proven project and contract management skills.
• Experience with SAP and PowerBI.
• Professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of framework contracts in SAP.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive continuous performance improvement through analysis of operational outputs and performance data.
• Engage with internal and external customers to support effective communication and management of service framework contracts.
• Develop and implement robust improvement plans for service framework contracts to enhance delivery, efficiency and value.
• Develop, maintain and enhance reporting systems covering costs, budgets, forecasts and performance metrics, including management reports.
• Support the Live Framework Team by coordinating governance activities and maintaining document control.
• Identify, investigate, resolve and elevate contractual issues to ensure timely outcomes.
• Manage contractual relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure effective administration and performance management.
• Review and evaluate framework agreements, including risk allocation between SP Energy Networks and contractors.
• Represent SP Energy Networks at meetings and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Take ownership of personal development and stay updated on professional knowledge.
• Foster a collaborative team environment and drive solutions when targets are not met.

Skills

Framework agreements

Procurement processes

PowerBI

Negotiation

Contract management

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

SAP

Health & Safety awareness

Analytical techniques

Education

Professional qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

Job description

Contractor Management Analyst

Location: Glasgow - SVC

Salary from £45,400 - £56,750

Permanent

Working within the Contract Management Team in SPD, the successful candidate will support the management and operation of live framework agreements, ensuring effective monitoring and governance across all active frameworks.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Framework Agreements, SPEN Operations, ED2 requirements, procurement processes, and legal forms of contract. A working knowledge of SAP and PowerBI is desirable. A commercial or finance background would be advantageous, along with the ability to analyse framework utilisation, scrutinise performance data, and provide insightful reporting and feedback.

The team is responsible for a diverse portfolio of service framework contracts across SPD, with an overall value of approximately £900 million. This is a dynamic role requiring the ability to manage a broad range of issues that arise on a daily basis, with regular engagement across the business and with external contractors.

The role involves close interaction with operational teams, project managers, senior management, and supply chain partners. While the framework portfolio is primarily focused on engineering, construction, and related services, it also encompasses a variety of other contract types. An understanding of SPEN's network operations, asset base, and typical business activities would be highly beneficial.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and drive continuous performance improvement through the analysis of operational outputs, performance data, and feedback from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage proactively with internal and external customers to support the delivery of effective communication and the successful management of service framework contracts.
• Develop and implement robust improvement plans for service framework contracts, focused on enhancing operational delivery, efficiency, and value.
• Develop, maintain, and continually enhance reporting systems covering costs, budgets, financial forecasts, and performance metrics, including the preparation and presentation of management reports.
• Support the Live Framework Team by coordinating governance activities, recording and distributing meeting minutes, and maintaining effective document control processes.
• Identify, investigate, resolve, and elevate contractual issues where appropriate, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
• Manage contractual relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure effective contract administration and performance management.
• Review and evaluate framework agreements, including the allocation and management of risk between SP Energy Networks and contractors.
• Represent SP Energy Networks at internal and external meetings, building effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
• Take ownership of personal development, maintaining and enhancing professional knowledge and capabilities.
• Foster a collaborative team environment by encouraging involvement in the identification and implementation of solutions where performance targets are not being achieved

What you'll bring

• Knowledge of service frameworks and their application in the field as well procurement tender process including tender documentation
• Knowledge of various standard terms and conditions applicable to framework contracts
• Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels
• Ability to negotiate effectively at multiple levels to achieve the best outcome for SPD mitigating commercial risks
• Strong PowerBI understanding
• Ability to manage competing priorities using sound technical and financial judgement to determine optimal solutions
• Awareness and understanding of key business drivers and the external commercial context in which SPD is operating
• Contract & SLA management and general commercial & regulatory awareness with the ability to balance customer service, operational delivery and efficient financial performance.
• Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.
• Expert knowledge of analytical and quantity surveying techniques is desirable
• A working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and policies
• A working knowledge of financial control procedures and systems

Minimum Criteria

• Proven project and contract management skills.
• Computer literacy including SAP and PowerBI
• Professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Knowledge and experience of framework contracts in SAP

What's in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

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