Senior Contract Manager

Senior Contract Manager - 12 Month Contract - Offshore Wind

Hunter Philips are currently searching for a Senior Contract Manager for a large scale offshore windfarm based in the APAC region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee compliance with core contractual obligations, both within the organization and with external partners, managing all aspects of contract administration, commercial issues, claims, and any necessary adjustments.
• Review contracts and provide guidance to project teams on interpreting and implementing critical provisions in everyday operations.
• Analyze and offer recommendations on commercial matters post-contract, preparing advisory notes and supporting documentation for claims or adjustments.
• Ensure all necessary regulatory requirements are met in areas such as permits, leases, and agreements relevant to the project’s scope.
• Maintain a detailed register to monitor contracts, claims, payments, warranties, and other key elements.
• Increase contract awareness across the project team and provide support on procurement, ensuring sourcing strategies meet budget and governance requirements.
• Engage regularly with stakeholders, supporting commercial reporting and maintaining effective communication with project leaders.
• Take ownership of contract and commercial records, ensuring these are consistently accurate and up to date with project changes.
• Work closely with technical teams to assess the contractual and commercial impacts of technical decisions.
• Act as the primary contact for local stakeholders, such as community members and regulatory bodies, to foster positive relationships and facilitate open communication.
• Provide administrative support related to the project, collaborating with internal teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure all financial obligations are handled effectively, including accounts payable and receivable.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3 years + working in offshore wind.
• Experience dealing with large scale contracts.
• An understanding of the offshore wind project lifecycle.
• Expertise in contract management.
• Ability to develop strategies and solutions for disputes.
• Strong risk identification and mitigation skills.
• Must be able to manage claims and disputes with a proven track record.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to joshua.pinchbeck@hunterphilips.com