Contract Manager

Contract Manager – Offshore Wind Project

Location: London Hub (with international mobility for short and long-term assignments)

We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support a major offshore wind project in the North Sea. This role involves overseeing contract management activities, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and leading negotiations with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Review & Drafting: Prepare, review, and qualify various contract types, including EPC, procurement, transportation, and installation agreements, as well as confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Advise management on contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Negotiation & Client Interface: Lead contract negotiations with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with company policies.
• Project & Procurement Support: Collaborate with project management on claims, contract strategies, and variation orders; support procurement in subcontract and purchase order reviews.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight: Conduct legal research on industry-specific case law and maintain knowledge of standard contracts (FIDIC, LOGIC, BIMCO, IOCs).
• Stakeholder Reporting: Regularly update management on contract management activities and legal matters.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and experience in English Law
• Proven expertise in offshore wind and offshore construction contracts
• Experience in tendering, contract administration, and high-stakes negotiation
• Excellent written, verbal, and influencing communication skills
• Strong commercial awareness, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership and teamwork skills to foster collaboration across functions
• International mobility for short-term travel and long-term assignments