SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of the following UK/ROI sites, which includes but is not limited to the following:- Dublin, Glasgow, Perth or Aberdeen.

Salary: £63,000 - £94,400 / €88,600 - €132,800 + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

We have a strong pipeline of low carbon projects in SSE Thermal and have projects across development, construction and operations - Enabling a Net Zero Future | SSE Thermal.

We're looking for experienced Procurement & Commercial Managers to join our Thermal Procurement and Commercial team to support the development project pipeline opportunities in the UK/ROI to develop the design, and delivery of commercially successful strategies.

The role of the Procurement & Commercial Manager can encompass projects across all stages of the development process from inception of the project right through to hand over of completed projects to the Operation and Maintenance teams. For these roles, the Procurement & Commercial Manager would either be involved in projects from inception to main construction contract award or managing awarded contracts through to Completion and handover to Operations.

You'll have the opportunity to use your experience to support the wider project team on a wide range of procurement and commercial issues to challenge yourself through dealing first hand with the complexities of large-scale projects and also play a significant role in delivering low carbon solutions in the drive for a net zero carbon future.

What do you need?

To be successful in this role we are looking for candidates with working knowledge of the relevant conditions of contract which include NEC, FIDIC, LOGIC or IChemE.

We are looking for individuals who are degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification and may either have, or be working towards, professional membership of a relevant technical or professional body, for example the MRICS, MCIARB.

We would also love you to have;

- Demonstrable experience of managing Procurement & Commercial negotiations and delivery for large projects (>£50m) including: Detailed understanding of commercial value drivers within large and complex business cases.

- Understanding of the markets, support contracts, regions, commodities and services for the Thermal business, with previous experience in a multifaceted business with an understanding of supply chain concepts and how to improve them.

- Developing robust pricing assumptions, strong commercial & contract strategies to enhance business case opportunities for new and existing markets.

- Experience in the management of all procurement activities required on single large infrastructure projects, including supply chain engagement, procurement of support service contracts for engineering and consenting, negotiation of commercial and contract terms for third party contracts.

- Experience in the creation of Development and Capital expenditure estimates for project(s), monthly cost reporting and forecasting and supporting budget setting. Cost and budget management via regular cost reporting and ensuring change management procedures are adhered to.

- Ability to provide robust post contract commercial management services which will support the project goals and objectives including negotiating/agreeing compensation events and ensuring that the core principles of the Commercial Manual are being implemented.

- Demonstrable experience and competency on all cost management issues including cost reporting, forecasting, accrual management and supply chain payment.

About our Business

At SSE, we own more than 500 property assets and several thousand land assets, which are located across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland. Our Procurement & Commercial, Property and Facilities Management teams are responsible for helping the business to procure services and materials in a timely and cost-effective way, and for ensuring SSE offers a safe, modern, fit-for-purpose property portfolio. We work right across the SSE Group, ensuring our businesses gets the best possible service and value from our supplier network, as well as ensuring all service providers are compliant and continue to meet contractual obligations and business need.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Francesca on francesca.thorn@sse.com / 01738 344763.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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