Contracts Manager

Flexible / Project-based (with offshore and international travel as required)

The Contracts Manager will be responsible for the effective management of contracts across offshore wind projects, from procurement through execution and close-out. The role ensures contractual risk is managed, commercial value is protected, and contractual obligations are met in line with project, legal, and regulatory requirements.

• Lead the development, negotiation, and administration of contracts (e.g. EPC, EPCI, T&I, O&M, vessel charters, OEM supply agreements).
• Manage contracts throughout the full project lifecycle, from tendering and award through execution, variation management, and final account settlement.
• Ensure contractual compliance by all parties and proactively manage risks and opportunities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks specific to offshore wind projects.
• Manage change control, variations, and claims in line with contractual mechanisms.
• Support dispute avoidance and, where required, manage claims, negotiations, and dispute resolution processes.

• Act as the key contractual interface between internal teams (project management, procurement, legal, finance, engineering) and external stakeholders (suppliers, contractors, JV partners).
• Provide contractual advice to the project team to support decision-making.
• Support procurement strategies and tender evaluations from a contractual and commercial perspective.

• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, applicable laws, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, and reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of contract management processes and lessons learned.

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or Senior Contracts Engineer) within offshore wind, offshore construction, or the wider energy/marine sector.
• Strong knowledge of offshore contracting models and standard forms (e.g. FIDIC, LOGIC, BIMCO).
• Experience managing high-value, complex contracts in a multi-disciplinary project environment.
• Solid understanding of commercial principles, risk allocation, and claims management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional accreditation (e.g. IACCM / World
  
  CC, RICS, or equivalent).
• Experience working on international offshore wind projects.
• Familiarity with vessel chartering and marine operations contracts.
• Commercially astute with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities under pressure
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ensure contractual arrangements reflect offshore HSE and regulatory requirements.