Senior Contracts Engineer

Commercial / Contracts Engineer – Contract – London

Location: London

This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading cleantech, renewable and alternative energy

company involved in the development of novel green energy solutions on a global scale. The role is working client side and is outside IR35.

Role & Responsibilities

• Responsible for negotiation and commercial management of all contracts relating to the engineering programme both during the design and construction phases (EPC).
• Preparing and managing tender process including tender evaluation, supplier selection and contract negotiation.
• Implementation of contractual agreements with suppliers and partners to protect commercial interest of the company.
• Managing contracts entered into with EPC contractors, technology licensors and other engineering suppliers.
• Creation of commercial and procurement strategy for current and future projects in the clean energy sectors.
• Management of the contractual relationship with suppliers, technology companies and engineering partners.
• Undertake short and long-term business travel in support of studies, projects and consultancy.
• Ensuring all contracts comply with relevant EPC standards, commercial requirements and project scope.

Key Skills, Knowledge & Education

• Must have relevant experience in contract management in the energy sector, especially during the EPC phase.
• Knowledge of major contract types, IChemE, FIDIC, NEC
• Must have experience of license agreements with technology licensors.
• Experience in major energy projects during EPC stage – experience in large clean energy projects a distinct advantage.   
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Law or Engineering, though experience over qualifications will also be considered.

This role is deemed to be outside IR35.