Special Projects Manager

RWE; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. seeks an experienced Special Projects Manager to lead commercial and operational projects at Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind Farm. You will manage complex contractual issues, provide strategic recommendations and support the transition to a new service supplier.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will coordinate cross-functional input and ensure compliance with JV processes while driving improvements across wind farm operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in engineering, business, legal or finance, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with wind farm assets and complex contracts.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-of-term claims related to the wind turbine OEM service contract.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations for the GM and JV Board.
• Support transition to replacement service provider.
• Coordinate input from technical, commercial and legal stakeholders.
• Ensure JV processes and requirements are followed.
• Build relationships with JV partners, external stakeholders and central functions.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement across wind farm operations.
• Represent the GM in day-to-day site activities when required.

Skills

Contract & claims management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Analytical thinking

Wind farm asset knowledge

Education

Engineering / Business / Legal / Finance degree or equivalent

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.

To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term (Until 31/05/2027)

Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind Farm

RWE Offshore Wind

We’re looking for an experienced Special Projects Manager to lead commercial and operational projects at Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind Farm. Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll manage complex contractual matters, commercial negotiations and strategic projects that extend beyond the wind farm’s day-to-day operations and maintenance activities. You’ll take particular responsibility for claims arising from the conclusion of the long-term service agreement with the wind turbine OEM and support the transition to a new service supplier.

About the role

• Lead the strategy, coordination and management of end-of-term claims associated with the wind turbine OEM service contract, including claims brought by the contractor.
• Develop clear, evidence-based recommendations for the General Manager and Joint Venture Board.
• Support the operational and commercial transition to the wind farm’s replacement service supplier.
• Coordinate technical, commercial and legal input from relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure applicable RWE and Joint Venture processes and requirements are implemented.
• Build constructive working relationships with Joint Venture partners, external stakeholders and RWE central functions.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement across wind farm operations.
• Support the General Manager and represent them in day-to-day site activities where required.

Job requirements and experience

• A relevant engineering, business, legal or finance degree, or an equivalent qualification or level of experience.
• Knowledge and experience of wind farm assets.
• A proven track record in contract and claims management.
• Strong negotiation, influencing and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to establish effective relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Solid project management, planning and organisational capabilities.
• The ability to prioritise competing demands and coordinate resources effectively.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to isolate key issues, evaluate relevant information and draw well-supported conclusions.

Advantageous, but not essential

• A background in operations and experience of initiating and delivering business improvements.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. So, if you don’t display all the skills above but think this is the job for you, need flexible working arrangements or adjustments which aren’t outlined already, we would still like to hear from you.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity.

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.

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