Associate Director - Quantity Surveying - Renewable Energy

Following the recent award of a £multi-billion renewable energy project, a global leading consultancy seeks to employ a proven Quantity Surveying professional who has experience of using the FIDIC contract within an energy environment (Power & Renewables, HVDC, Energy & Power, Offshore Cabling, Windfarms, Nuclear etc) in the role of Associate Director.

This is a leadership role, so if you are passionate about managing and growing teams, being a technical expert in the quantity surveying field, developing new opportunities with current/future clients, or enjoy doing all three, this would be the perfect role for you!

The Associate Director will play a key role in the commercial delivery of a £multi-billion flagship renewable energy project that will have a positive impact on the environment and communities in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implementing principal accountabilities for the contract commercial team in alignment with commercial procedures
2. Managing the procurement process to ensure alignment with the Integrated Work Schedule and effective contract signature
3. Overseeing commercial management of contracts during the execution phase, including managing change via Compensation Events and Variations
4. Administering the payment application process for high value, complex contracts
5. Ensuring stakeholder expectations are met regarding commercial probity and value
6. Engaging with the supply chain to build and maintain effective relationships based on collaborative working principles
7. Managing contract commercial relationships to facilitate early commercial close-out of contentious topics
8. Overseeing and ensuring compliance with the approved Supply Chain Policy
9. Providing commercial management and support to Senior Commercial Manager or Supply Chain Lead
10. Delivering contract final account agreements and supporting Project Managers in contract delivery
11. Administering commercial management tools, including CEMAR and SAP

Job Requirements:

1. Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
2. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
3. Experience in energy industries such as Power & Renewables, HVDC, Energy & Power, offshore cabling, and wind farms
4. Strong understanding of procurement, contract performance measurement, risk, change, and claim management
5. Experience with framework contract and long-term service agreement negotiation
6. Knowledge of NEC & FIDIC contracts and their application in the power construction industry and major projects
7. Proven track record of successful contract administration
8. Experience working within a regulated environment
9. Membership or progression towards membership of a professional body (e.g., MCIPS, RICS, CICES, IOB, CIPS, IACCM) is desirable

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary package
2. Car allowance
3. Opportunities for career development
4. Engaging and collaborative work environment
5. Involvement in major and influential energy projects

If you are an experienced quantity surveyor with the required expertise and a passion for the renewable energy sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of this innovative and leading team.