Contracts Manager

Overview

We will accept applicants from the UK, Spain, Italy & Germany.

Location: UK – London. Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 per year.

The Contracts Manager will lead the commercial management of Field’s international project portfolio through the development, construction, and O&M phases. Reporting to the Global Head of Procurement, you will join a team responsible for a £1bn pipeline across multiple European geographies. You will act as the primary commercial authority for projects post‑signature, validating variations, managing claims, and overseeing the payment application process with rigorous commercial scrutiny. Beyond execution, you will play a strategic role in refining procurement frameworks and scaling our capabilities in the UK and overseas.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Contract Management & Execution
  • Project Lifecycle Leadership: Act as lead on all commercial contract matters from signature to final close‑out.
  • Claims & Variations: Rigorously review, assess, and respond to contract notices and claims; manage the variation process to ensure value for money and technical compliance.
  • Financial Oversight: Manage contractor payment application process and work with Finance to align monthly project schedules with budget forecasts.
  • On‑site Presence: Attend contractor progress meetings to represent Field on all commercial and contractual matters.
  • Lessons Learned: Formalise a feedback loop to the wider team to continually improve contract management and future tender activities.
• Sourcing & Tender Support
  • Strategy Definition: Help define procurement strategies across multiple capital projects (e.g., EPC full wrap vs. split‑scope).
  • Tender Participation: Execute RFI/RFQ activities, pre‑qualify suppliers, and define metrics to evaluate commercial submissions.
  • Commercial Structures: Work alongside the Global Head of Procurement to negotiate robust, commercially watertight contracts (FIDIC/NEC) that protect Field and incentivise performance.
• Strategic Scaling & Continuous Improvement
  • Process Innovation: Identify weaknesses in existing processes and implement scalable, best‑in‑class ways of working.
  • Geographical Expansion: Support the scaling of our construction procurement capabilities in the UK and international markets (Spain, Italy, Germany, etc.).
  • Mentorship & Growth: Assist in finding new talent and onboarding team members to build a high‑performing procurement function.

Skills & Experience

• Direct & Accountable: A high‑accountability professional capable of working at pace in a startup environment.
• Problem Solver: Exceptional ability to translate technical complexity into clear commercial insights.
• Influencer: Ability to voice strong opinions on industry direction and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives across different geographies under tight timescales.

Qualifications

• Industry Experience: Minimum 5‑10 years in contract management or commercial roles for complex construction projects, preferably within the energy sector.
• Contractual Mastery: Practical experience managing EPC or split contracts using standard forms (FIDIC, NEC, JCT).
• Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of high‑value tender activities, negotiation levers and risk‑mitigation strategies.
• Educational Background: Degree educated in Engineering (Electrical, Civil or Mechanical) is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, part of an employee share scheme rewarding growth.
• Enhanced parental leave for all new parents:
  • 6 months fully paid primary carer leave
  • 3 months fully paid secondary carer leave
  • 10 days fully paid leave for fertility treatment
• Up to 10% company‑wide bonus based on company performance.
• Private medical cover with Bupa from day one with the option to add family members.
• Hybrid working (blend of home and office to suit individual needs).
• Nest pension (8% combined contributions) on qualifying earnings.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• £2,000 annual learning & development budget.
• 1 month a year ‘work from anywhere in the world’ policy.
• Spill: mental‑health benefit offering unrestricted therapy and resources.
• Green leave: paid time off to do something good for the environment.
• Co‑working office space in Shoreditch, London or Berlin.
• Dog‑friendly office.
• Free team lunch once a week.
• Regular team socials.
• Birthday carbon‑offset gift from Field.
• Additional benefits available.

Why Join Us?

• Genuine impact: Building and operating renewable infrastructure to reach net zero.
• Make things happen: Early‑stage startup with significant autonomy and growth opportunities.
• Define a new industry: Play a leading role in the evolving energy market.
• Exceptional, diverse team: Learn from experienced and entrepreneurial colleagues.

Our Values

• Work for the team: Friendly, inclusive, supportive environment.
• Do it right: Commitment to doing right, safety, integrity, and community impact.
• Move fast: Deliver on promises and get things done.
• Know your stuff: Curious, self‑starters, continuous learning.

Diversity & Inclusion

Diverse teams make better teams. Field is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is as representative as possible of society. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, nationality, religion or belief, gender, political beliefs and sexual orientation.

Read more about our values at www.field.energy

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