Project Procurement Manager

Statkraft; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Statkraft is seeking a seasoned Project Procurement Manager to lead procurement and commercial delivery for major UK/Irish renewable projects, including onshore wind, solar, BESS and grid packages. The role requires strong experience in strategic procurement and on-site contract management, with base in Cork, London or Glasgow.

You will drive tendering, supplier evaluation, negotiations and contract awards, while ensuring effective contract execution and cross-functional collaboration with

Qualifications

• Experience in large, complex energy or infrastructure procurement.
• Contract management expertise during construction/execution phases.
• Lightweight familiarity with procurement platforms and global markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for UK/Irish projects from development to close-out.
• Define contracting strategies with engineering and project management.
• Manage tendering, supplier evaluation, negotiations and awards.
• Ensure on-site contract execution, change control and risk mitigation.
• Fortify supplier/contractor relationships in key markets.
• Coordinate input across engineering, sustainability, legal, HSE, finance.
• Align procurement with Group Category strategies and drive improvements.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Energy projects

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Supply chain understanding

Education

Degree in engineering or business

Tools

Jaegger

Job description

Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations and has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.

We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match

Project Procurement Manager will lead procurement and commercial delivery for major renewable projects in the UK/Ireland. The role covers Onshore Wind, Solar, BESS and Synchronous Condenser projects and requires strong experience with both strategic procurement and on‑site contract management.

This role can be based in either Cork, London or Glasgow

Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations and has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.

We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match

Project Procurement Manager will lead procurement and commercial delivery for major renewable projects in the UK/Ireland. The role covers Onshore Wind, Solar, BESS and Synchronous Condenser projects and requires strong experience with both strategic procurement and on‑site contract management.

This role can be based in either Cork, London or Glasgow

Job Description

• Lead end‑to‑end procurement for major UK/Irish projects, from early development through execution and contract close out
• Define contracting strategies and shape technical and commercial scopes together with engineering and project management.
• Manage tendering, supplier evaluation, negotiations, and contract award for equipment and construction services (BOP/EPC/Grid/main equipment packages).
• Ensure effective contract execution, including change control, claims management, risk mitigation and on‑site commercial follow‑up.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and contractor relationships in key markets.
• Coordinate cross‑functional input across engineering, sustainability, legal, HSE, finance and project teams.
• Align project procurement activities with Group Category strategies and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in large, complex energy or infrastructure procurement, ideally across multiple technologies.
• Proven expertise in contract management during construction/execution phases.
• Strong commercial and legal background; experience with EPC, BOP/BOS, NEC, FIDIC or similar contract models.
• Familiarity with UK/Irish and / or other global supplier markets.
• Strong understanding of supply chains, manufacturing, logistics and cost drivers.
• Degree in engineering, business or a related field.
• Fluent in English
• Experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Jaegger) is an advantage

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.