Secondment - greater gabbard contract manager

To start as soon as possible, full time / part time (24 hours / week), Secondment (11 months) We are looking for a Contract Manager to provide maternity leave cover until July 2027 (potential to be extended) to support RWE’s Greater Gabbard Windfarm in Lowestoft.

The Contract Manager’s purpose is to ensure the deliverables for the Long Term Service Agreement (LTSA) are met by the RWE Operations Team. Managing routine contractual aspects such as LTSA reports, Supplementary Services Requests, Invoicing & Requests for Information etc. Be the key contact for the customer in contractual queries and assist the operational team in managing operational support contractors.

About the role

Become the onsite LTSA expert, becoming the first point of contact for the customer for contractual queries and provide advice and guidance to the RWE operations team in all contractual matters. Deliver key aspects of the LTSA contract such as:

• Creating the Monthly Report.
• Managing key contractual KPI’s.
• Managing LTSA quarterly invoicing plus any supplementary service invoices.

Support Operational Contract Management:

• Ensure temporary resources are employed & onboarded in conjunction with RWE standards working with the ops team and procurement.
• Enact the role of contract officer for all operational contracts onsite, supporting the operations team.
• Lead monthly contract meetings with suppliers.
• Manage variations and tender activities as required with the ops team and procurement.

Provide input to the budget planning process. Support Operations Manager & Shift Supervisors in completion of their Primary Roles.

Job requirements and experience

A suitable Contract, procurement, project management or engineering qualification &/OR Extensive background in Contract Management. Tender or Scope of Work writing skills. Advanced communication skills, including negotiation and settlement skills. Proficient at using IT systems.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. Even if you don't have all the above skills, need flexible working arrangements or other adjustments not yet listed here, we'd love to hear from you.

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities, with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week. If you are applying for a part-time position, please include a brief cover note with your application outlining your preferred working hours.

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.

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