Contract Manager (Offshore T&I)
Project: Sea Link HVDC Interconnector
Location: Preferred in Glasgow but open to hybrid (UK) with periodic project travel.
Overview
SUMITOMO ELECTRIC U.K. POWER CABLES LTD. is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support the delivery of the Sea Link HVDC Interconnector project. The role will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of the offshore cable transport and installation (T&I) sub-contract. Working closely with the Offshore Project Manager and wider project team, the Contract Manager will manage contractual interfaces with offshore contractors and support execution of marine installation works. The role requires strong offshore cable installation contract experience within a multi-contractor EPC environment.
Contract Administration
* Lead administration of the offshore cable T&I sub-contract.
* Manage contractual correspondence and notices.
* Advise on contractual rights and obligations.
* Maintain auditable contract records.
Claims and Variations Management
* Manage claims, EOTs and variations.
* Assess entitlement, quantum and programme impact.
* Ensure timely notices and submissions.
* Support dispute resolution.
Offshore T&I Contract Management
* Act as contractual focal point for offshore cable T&I sub-contract.
* Monitor contractor performance.
* Align contract with delivery strategy.
Commercial Risk Management
* Identify and manage risks.
* Develop mitigation strategies.
* Report risk exposure.
Interface with Project Controls
* Align contract with schedule and risk.
* Support EOT development.
* Integrate contract and delivery strategy.
Strategic Contribution
* Support sub-contractor evaluation of 3rd party services and provisional items.
* Responsible for overall commercial and contractual strategy together with PM.
Team Structure
* Standalone senior role, reporting to Offshore PM, supported by Quantity Surveying resource as required.
Key Interfaces
* Offshore Project Manager
* Project Director
* Project Controls team
* Engineering and installation teams
* National Grid stakeholders
* Offshore contractors
Candidate Profile
* Experience in offshore infrastructure contract management (8 years minimum) essential
* FIDIC knowledge essential
* Experience with cable T&I contracts preferred
* Strong claims and variation management capability essential
* Understanding of EOT and delay analysis essential
* Experience managing contractual dispute resolution preferred
* Marine/offshore experience
* Strong stakeholder management
* Ability to operate independently
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