Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations - Glasgow or Perth, other SSER locations can be considered.Salary: 51,600 - 77,400 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.The roleAs a Contract Manager within the Renewables business, you will lead procurement and commercial activities across allocated Onshore Wind, Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects.This includes managing end-to-end procurement and delivering pre and post-contract commercial support to ensure successful project delivery.You will demonstrate strong commercial leadership, driving value, innovation and customer-focused outcomes, while embedding consistent processes and strategies that optimise total cost of ownership across the project lifecycle.You willOwn and lead end-to-end procurement activities for allocated projects, including preparation of tender documentation, evaluation of bids and negotiation of contracts through to execution.Develop and implement procurement and commercial strategies aligned with project objectives, risk profile and delivery timelines across Onshore Wind, Solar and BESS technologies.Provide robust pre- and post-contract commercial support to internal stakeholders, ensuring effective contract management, governance and risk mitigation.Deliver accurate cost reporting, forecasting and budgetary control throughout the full project lifecycle.Support the development of cost estimates in line with project stage and maturity, ensuring alignment with internal governance requirements.Contribute to due diligence activities for prospective project acquisitions, providing commercial input, cost insight and risk assessment.Support the implementation of approved Category Management strategies, ensuring consistency, supply chain optimisation and value delivery across projects.You haveA degree in Quantity Surveying, Procurement or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. A professional qualification (or working towards) such as MRICS, MCIOB or MCIPS.Demonstrable experience in procurement and commercial management within infrastructure, energy or large-scale capital projects. Experience across the full contract lifecycle, including tendering, negotiation, contract award and post-contract administration.Strong capability in cost management, including estimating, cost reporting and forecasting across project lifecycles.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear commercial insight to stakeholders, supporting decision-making in a fast-paced project environment.Familiarity with industry-standard contract forms (e.g. NEC3 / NEC4, FIDIC) and their practical application.About SSESSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing 33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.Flexible benefits to fit your lifeEnjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.Work with an equal opportunity employerSSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Francesca on ##### / 01738 344 763 to discuss how we can support you.We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.Ready to apply?Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.#LI-REN#LI-FT1#LI-Hybrid