Delivery Commercial Manager - Onshore Wind

Great British Energy is looking for a Delivery Commercial Manager to join our GBE Onshore Wind Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the Development Commercial Manager to develop and then lead the implementation of the commercial strategy for each project (EPC, multi-contracting, alliance models).
• Working with the Development Commercial Manager and the Procurement Manager, lead commercial input into Final Investment Decision (FID), including:
• Capex estimates and benchmarking
• Risk allowances and contingency strategy
• Contracting strategy recommendations
• Establish robust cost management and reporting frameworks.
• Ensure alignment with the GBE Project Governance Framework, audit, and public procurement requirements (where applicable).
• Procurement & Contracting
• Work with the Procurement Manager on end-to-end procurement processes, including:
• Pre-qualification (PQQ)
• Tendering (ITT)
• Bid evaluation and negotiation
• Work with the Procurement Manager on the structure and negotiate key contracts:
• Turbine Supply Agreements (TSA)
• Balance of Plant (BoP) contracts
• EPC / EPC-Lite contracts
• Grid connection and ICP contracts
• Drive optimal use of NEC4 or FIDIC contracts where appropriate.
• Ensure clear risk allocation and pricing mechanisms across all contracts.
• Cost Management & Control
• Maintain and manage project budgets (likely £50m to £200m+) through delivery.
• Lead:
• Cost tracking (committed vs actual vs forecast)
• Change control and variation management
• Earned value and cost-to-complete forecasting
• Challenge contractor costs and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Provide accurate monthly cost reporting to senior stakeholders and Board.
• Risk, Claims & Commercial Assurance
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks across the project lifecycle.
• Contractor claims.
• Ensure projects remain within approved risk appetite and contingencies.
• Interface with legal advisors on complex claims and dispute resolution.
• Delivery Phase Commercial Leadership
• Support Contract Managers and Project Managers.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Payment mechanisms.
• Milestone achievements.
• Ensure commercial readiness for COD and handover to asset management.
• Stakeholder Management
• Act as the primary commercial interface with:
• Contractors and suppliers
• Development and engineering teams
• Finance and investment committees
• External partners (JV partners, public sector bodies)
• Contribute to collaborative working cultures, particularly under alliance or NEC style contracts.

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing complex infrastructure or energy projects.
• Renewable energy projects (onshore wind / solar / BESS).
• Infrastructure or major capital projects.
• Strong experience in:
• NEC3 / NEC4 / FIDIC contracts (essential).
• Risk allocation in energy infrastructure.
• EPC and multi-contract delivery models.
• 5+ years experience in commercial management, quantity surveying, or project controls.
• Background in renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, or major capital projects.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Engineering, Law, or similar.
• Strong commercial judgment and negotiation capability.
• Ability to operate in complex stakeholder environments.
• High-quality board-level communication.
• Professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIPS, CIMA, CIArb, CICES).

Personal Qualities

• Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively.
• Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact.
• Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships.
• Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working.
• Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• 4x salary life assurance.
• Group income protection.
• 38 days annual leave.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive, inclusive working environment.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.