Principal Contracts Engineer

Job Details

Principal Contracts Engineer

Location: Aberdeen, Scotland

Sector: Energy Transition | Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) | Major Infrastructure

This position will be based in Aberdeen on a 12-month PAYE contract, and the requirement is for support 2-3 days a week. However, the workload may increase/decrease on a weekly basis and would suit someone who is open to flexibility.

About the Opportunity

JAB Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Contracts Engineer to join a leading energy organisation in Aberdeen, supporting an exciting portfolio of energy transition and infrastructure developments.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key commercial role in major projects involving carbon capture and storage (CCS), CO? transportation infrastructure and energy transition developments.

The successful candidate will take ownership of strategic sourcing, procurement, contract negotiation and supplier management, ensuring commercial value and effective risk management throughout the contract lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle management, from sourcing strategy through to contract close-out.
• Develop and implement category management and procurement strategies.
• Manage competitive tendering processes, supplier selection and commercial evaluations.
• Lead complex contract negotiations, ensuring favourable commercial terms and effective risk mitigation.
• Draft, negotiate and manage contractual agreements.
• Oversee supplier performance, contractual compliance and dispute resolution.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver commercial improvements.
• Manage contractual, regulatory and commercial risks.
• Build strong relationships with project teams, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, procurement procedures and HSE requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong background in contracts engineering, procurement or commercial management, ideally within energy, oil & gas or major infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex contracts and negotiations.
• Good understanding of contract law and LOGIC contracting models.
• Experience across strategic sourcing, category management and the full procurement lifecycle.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, performance and contractual disputes.
• Proficiency in SAP, Ivalua and Microsoft Office.
• Degree in Engineering, Science or a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• CIPS membership or equivalent professional qualification.
• An MBA or MSc in Supply Chain Management would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to significant UK energy transition projects, working alongside experienced engineering, procurement and commercial professionals to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.

Interested?

If you have a strong background in procurement, contract engineering and commercial management and are interested in supporting major energy transition developments, we'd like to hear from you.

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