Contract Manager, long term contract, hybrid working in London

Island Green Power is a leading renewable energy company dedicated to the development of sustainable energy projects, namely solar and battery storage. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation, we strive to create a greener future by harnessing the power of renewable resources.

Our diverse team of professionals collaborates to deliver outstanding results in the renewable energy sector. We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages growth, learning, and professional development.

We are seeking a Tender & Contract Manager to join our Procurement team, supporting the delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a growing portfolio of utility-scale Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and High Voltage (HV) grid connection projects.

You will be responsible for leading procurement and commercial activities across the full project lifecycle, from early market engagement and tendering through to contract negotiation and post-award management. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will help ensure robust, commercially sound outcomes that support successful project delivery.

This role is well suited to a commercially driven professional with strong experience in tendering and contract management, looking to contribute to the delivery of critical energy infrastructure.

• Developing tender strategies, procurement programmes, and evaluation frameworks aligned with project timelines and budgets
• Conducting technical and commercial evaluations, preparing bid comparison reports, and making recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Negotiating ICP agreements and major HV equipment supply contracts, ensuring alignment with project interfaces
• Working closely with legal teams to review and finalise contracts with appropriate risk allocation and performance protections
• Managing LOIs, framework agreements, and long-term supplier relationships
• Administering contracts post-award, including managing payments, variations, claims, and final accounts
• Monitoring contractor and supplier performance against KPIs and resolving commercial issues where required
• Supporting project teams with change management, programme analysis, and ongoing commercial reporting
• Preparing commercial reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and project financiers
• Collaborating with Development, Engineering, Finance, Legal, HSE, and Operations teams to support project success
• Contributing to best practice in procurement and contract management across the business
• Supporting supply chain engagement and representing the company at industry events where required

Approximately 7+ years’ experience in procurement, tendering, or contract management within energy or infrastructure.

Demonstrable experience delivering tenders and contracts for utility-scale Solar PV projects.

Strong experience in BESS procurement and contract management.

Experience working on HV grid connections, including DNO interfaces and substation or cable packages.

Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong analytical capability and attention to detail in evaluating bids and managing risk.

Experience in European markets, knowledge of BESS technologies, or familiarity with project finance structures would be beneficial.

Competitive salary, depending on experience.

~25 days annual leave.

~ Health Insurance.

~4% pension contribution (if the employee contributes 4%).

~ Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.

~ Hybrid working (London office presence expected several days per week).