Senior Contracts Commercial Manager (Pre & Post Contract) – Energy & Natural Resource

Company: Turner & Townsend
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Overview

In this role you will lead strategic procurement and contracting across a significant portfolio, maximising value while managing commercial risk. You will liaise with project teams, suppliers and delivery partners to shape procurement strategies and oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle activities. The role focuses on complex agreements in capital projects, including renewables or similar infrastructure, to support successful project outcomes. You will work within a collaborative Procurement & Commercial team that values governance, performance and continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

  • flexible working environment
  • focus on work-life balance
  • inclusive and diverse workplace

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement procurement and contracting strategies aligned with project goals
  • Lead end-to-end Contract Lifecycle Management from sourcing to close-out
  • Prepare ITTs, tender docs, award recommendations and evaluation criteria
  • Source and evaluate complex goods/services and manage supplier proposals
  • Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance and drive accountability
  • Assist with contract negotiations and administration, ensuring obligations are met
  • Identify and mitigate procurement and commercial risks per governance policies
  • Draft and manage framework and call-off agreements
  • Support prequalification, due diligence and supplier evaluations
  • Monitor contract compliance, variations, claims and dispute resolution
  • Provide commercial support to project teams and seek value/cost optimization
  • Support procurement across existing frameworks and ensure timely delivery
  • Conduct data analysis, forecasting, reporting and record management
  • Prepare procurement plans, schedules and contract management documentation
  • Report commercial risks and performance updates to stakeholders

Key requirements

  • Experience in procurement, commercial or contract management, ideally in renewables, utilities, infrastructure, engineering or construction
  • Knowledge of onshore/offshore renewable energy projects and contracting models
  • Experience managing contracts through full lifecycle including tendering and claims
  • Strong understanding of supplier sourcing, tenders, governance and negotiation
  • Familiarity with contract forms such as NEC, FIDIC, LOGIC or equivalents
  • Experience preparing procurement strategies, tender docs and award recommendations
  • Understanding of contract compliance, supplier performance management, variations and disputes
  • Experience contributing to budgets, forecasting and commercial reporting
  • Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
  • Understanding of HSE, governance and procurement best practices in major capital projects
  • Knowledge of energy sector market developments and supplier capabilities
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Law or related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • MCIPS membership or progress towards professional qualification advantageous but not essential
  • stakeholder relationship management
  • strong communication
  • analytical thinking
  • procurement strategy development
  • contract lifecycle management
  • tendering and commercial evaluations

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Posted: September 30th, 2026