Contract Manager

Location: Swindon, UK (Hybrid working)

Contract: Initial 12+ month contract - Outside IR35

Start: July 2026

Sector: Offshore Wind

Matchtech is supporting a leading international developer in the offshore wind sector in the search for two Technical Contract Managers to support major UK based projects. This is a key role sitting at the intersection of engineering, commercial and contract delivery, responsible for managing technical tender and contract documentation across large scale renewable energy projects.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination, preparation and management of technical tender documentation and contract annexes
• Take ownership of the technical contractual process from tender phase through to contract execution
• Ensure consistency, accuracy and completeness across all technical documentation, including cross referencing and alignment
• Act as the central interface between engineering, procurement, legal and external suppliers
• Support technical negotiations, advising on standards, requirements, guarantees and contract terms
• Coordinate stakeholders across a complex, matrix project environment to ensure alignment and approvals
• Drive continuous improvement within contract and documentation processes

Key Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Experience within offshore wind, infrastructure, or large scale engineering projects
• Proven experience managing or drafting technical contracts and tender documentation
• Strong understanding of project delivery, contract management, or requirements management
• Ability to work across technical, commercial and contractual interfaces
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Technical Knowledge

• Wind turbines and associated systems
• Offshore electrical systems (HV/LV cables, BoP)
• Offshore foundations
• Offshore installation and logistics

Additional Skills

• Strong organisational and coordination capability
• Ability to manage complex documentation and multiple stakeholders
• Structured, detail oriented approach with strong prioritisation skills
• Comfortable working in international and cross-functional teams
• Strong MS Office skills
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Additional languages are advantageous

What is on Offer

• Opportunity to work on major offshore wind developments in the UK
• Exposure to large scale, high value renewable energy projects
• Long term contract with competitive day rate (Outside IR35)
• Collaborative, international project environment

If you are interested, please apply or reach out directly to discuss further.