Subcontracts Manager

The Subcontracts Manager will be responsible for the leadership and management of the subcontracts function across Wood Transmission & Distribution providing all aspects of subcontracts management. With an emphasis on civil engineering works, the role includes all aspects of subcontract management including identification and pre-qualification of new contractors to enhance Wood T&D's delivery capability, development and implementation of tender and commercial strategies, negotiation, reporting and bid support. This role will be responsible for setting and delivering functional strategy and key functional / business objectives e.g. cost savings, working capital improvement, people development. Key aspects of the role include being responsible for adding value through identifying efficiencies, driving out waste and reducing costs from within the supply chain. Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients. What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business., Responsible for strategic direction of the subcontract function and delivery of both short and long-term business objectives.
• Broaden Wood T&D's supply chain to improve delivery capability and capacity.
• Develop specific commercial strategies that deliver predictable outcomes and support business growth.
• Monitor and in collaboration with site teams, ensure that the performance of each subcontractor is recorded together with explanations for any deviations from the performance anticipated from the contractor's tender.
• Manage all commercial and contractual activities, supervising others as appropriate, concerning construction and services contracts.
• Identifying resource requirements within the subcontracts team, ensuring operational and development needs are met.
• Manage and provide direction in resolution of key subcontract risk and compliance issues.
• Promote safe working practices and demonstrate safety leadership at all times.
  
  Educated to ISCED Level 6 (Bachelor Degree or Equivalent) in business studies, law, engineering, supply chain or similar discipline / CIPS qualified or industry equivalent
• Extensive subcontract experience demonstrating results and progression to a similar management position
• Previous experience in:
+ Subcontract Agreements and Framework Agreements + Industry forms of Subcontract + Complex Tactical Procurement + Logistics and Materials Management + ERP systems + Client contract requirements + Supply Chain Principles and techniques + Negotiating complex agreements + Dispute and claim resolution + Implementation of project supply chain processes and procedures + Supplier Relationship Management + Experience in audit and assurance + Leading complex tender activities through to completion + Mobilisation of supply chain post contract award
• Excellent communication skills, written, oral and presentation
• Maintains a strong network both within and outside of supply chain department
• Positively maintain relationships with suppliers, clients and other disciplines
• Strategic thinker contributing to the management and improvement of the overall project
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic proactive attitude providing inspiring leadership
• Lead, manage, motivate and develop teams and individuals in a pressurised environment
• Identify efficiency, process and tool improvement opportunities and successful drive through change
  
  Following significant project awards, Wood are recruiting a Subcontracts Manager within our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business to broaden our supply chain and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers and subcontractors. This role can be located from any of our UK offices including Glasgow, Aberdeen, Stockton or Knutsford. We will also consider hybrid working arrangements.
The T&D business are a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK transmission and distribution sector. The UK transmission sector is experiencing significant growth to achieve the UK and Scottish Government's 2030 offshore wind targets of 50GW and 11GW respectively. The role provides a fantastic opportunity to play a key role is designing how we deliver infrastructure projects that are critical to the energy transition and be part of growing our deliver capability to support our Clients to achieve the increased network capacity that is required to deliver the UK governments pathway to 2030 and the transition to net zero.


• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development: development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.
If all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.