Contract Manager

Contract Manager

St Vincent Crescent, Glasgow

Office based

Starting salary from £54,800 - £68,500 per annum + Bonus up to 15% and Single Cover Private Medical insurance 

Permanent 

Help us create a better future, quicker

Working within the Contract Development Team in SPD Licence Programmes, the Pre-Contract development manager leads a team to support the development of replacement and new framework contracts. The candidate will have knowledge of Framework Contracts, Procurement processes, Legal Forms of Contract and working knowledge of SPEN SAP system, SPEN Operations and our ED2 business plan. Quantity Surveyor type background would be of benefit and the ability to scrutinise tender returns/BOQs to identify anomalies against the contract.

The team work across all of the many Service framework contracts in SPEN with an overall portfolio value in the region of £900m. The role is dynamic with issues arising on a daily basis and expected interaction with Procurement, Contractors and all areas of the business, including operational staff, project managers and senior management. Subject matter is varied with contracts predominantly focused on Services / Engineering and Construction though not exclusively. Understanding of SPEN typical activities on the Network and associated assets would also be of benefit.

What you’ll be doing

· Lead and manage a small team to achieve tender timelines.

· Directly line manage two individuals, creating opportunities for growth and support where required.

· Work with internal stakeholders to ensure SPEN’s service frameworks adhere to company policy and push for

· Manage the strategic plan for tender renewals over price review periods.

· Work closely with SPM & SPT colleagues to create tri-licence service frameworks.

· Ensure the businesses needs are captured and put to market in an understandable way to achieve SPEN’s needs.

· Drive continual performance improvement through analysis of feedback from internal and external sources to inform the Service Framework tenders.

· Through active engagement with internal and external customers, support delivery of robust communication activities to facilitate the delivery of effective service framework contracts.

· Develop robust plans for service framework contracts which are devised to minimise tender timescales.

· Develop, review and update tender documentation, cost, budget, financial forecast and performance data for business improvement processes including preparation and presentation of reports.

· Identification, resolution and escalation of tender and contract issues as required.

· Challenge tenderer pricing returns to ensure they are competitive and commercial risk is mitigated as appropriate.

· Management of contractual relationships to provide effective contract management.

· Evaluate tender returns including agreement of values and allocation of risk between Energy Networks and the contractor.

· Represent Energy Networks at negotiation meetings.

· Take responsibility for your personal development.

What you’ll bring

· Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels and to negotiate effectively at multiple levels to achieve the best outcome for SPEN mitigating commercial, and reputational risks.

· Ability to manage competing priorities.

· Awareness and understanding of key business drivers and the external commercial context in which SPEN is operating.

· General commercial & regulatory awareness.

· Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.

· Expert knowledge of analytical and quantity surveying techniques is desirable.

· A working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and policies.

· A working knowledge of financial control procedures and systems, and the reporting thereof.

· Deliver robust short- and medium-term plans to facilitate business requirements for contracts in line with tender plans which are devised to minimise timescale.

· Able to make balanced decisions, considering all possible information available,

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate as a minimum:

· Proven project and contract management skills.

· Computer literacy

· Professional qualification (CIPS Lvl 4 or equivalent preferred) or equivalent experience.

· Proven negotiation skills.

· Demonstrate an understanding and experience of managing a Tender Process from start to finish.

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

· 36 days annual leave

· Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

· Share Schemes

· Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

· Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

· Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving

· Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

· Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments

· Life Assurance (4x salary)

· Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support

· Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to thecommunities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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December-10-2024