Framework Development Manager

Contract and Framework Development Manager

Location:

St Vincent Crescent, Glasgow

Salary from £55,000

Contract type:
Permanent

Help us create a better future, quicker. As a Contract and Framework Development Manager, you will play a key role in developing the commercial strategies and contractual frameworks that support the delivery of SP Energy Networks' investment programme. Working at the heart of our commercial and operational functions, you will help design and implement contract solutions that enable the safe, efficient and successful delivery of our network.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence how hundreds of millions of pounds of investment are delivered across SPEN, working with senior stakeholders, procurement specialists, engineers and industry‑leading contractors. You will be involved from the earliest stages of requirement definition through tender development, evaluation, contract award and mobilisation, helping ensure our framework arrangements deliver value, innovation and exceptional performance whilst supporting the transition to a low carbon future.

No two contracts or days are the same. You will work across a broad range of engineering, construction and specialist service categories, providing genuine variety and opportunities to broaden your commercial and contractual experience. We are looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, can work independently, and is motivated by delivering high‑quality outcomes that make a tangible difference to the business.

Success in this role requires someone who is proactive, curious and willing to challenge the status quo, with a genuine desire to deliver high‑quality outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

• Lead the development of commercial and contractual strategies for new framework agreements and service contracts.
• Partner with operational, engineering and procurement teams to translate business requirements into robust tender solutions.
• Support end‑to‑end tender activities including pre‑market engagement, bidder evaluations, negotiation and contract award recommendations.
• Analyse contract performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, value and service delivery.
• Develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships across SP Energy Networks and our contractor community.
• Influence commercial decision‑making through the preparation and presentation of business cases, reports and recommendations.
• Support contractor mobilisation activities, ensuring successful implementation of newly awarded agreements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the framework portfolio, supporting delivery of ED2 objectives and wider business goals.
• Identify and manage commercial risks, ensuring contracts support safe and effective operational delivery.
• Build relationships and collaborate with senior leaders, engineers, procurement specialists and key supply chain partners to drive successful commercial outcomes.

• Demonstrates personal ownership, accountability and a commitment to delivering high‑quality work.
• Takes pride in achieving excellent outcomes and continually seeks opportunities to improve processes and performance.
• Self‑motivated and resilient, with a proven ability to deliver results whilst managing competing priorities.
• Experience developing, managing or supporting framework agreements, service contracts or major commercial arrangements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Experience supporting tender, procurement or commercial processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret complex commercial information and make informed recommendations.
• Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience managing competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Desirable:
  Experience with in utilities, engineering, construction, infrastructure or regulated industries.
• Desirable:
  Understanding of NEC and/or other standard forms of contract.
• Desirable:
  Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Procurement or similar background.
• Desirable:
  Knowledge of SAP or comparable enterprise systems.
• Desir…