Commercial Procurement Assistant - Energy & Natural Resource

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we're passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

We operate on a truly global scale, with 247 offices across 62 countries, offering extensive opportunities for international mobility. We are a fast-growing business that is roughly doubling in size every five years, with plans to do so again by 2030.

Our UK E&NR business is structured into two geographical regions (the North and the South which are divided horizontally roughly around Nottingham) and a third, UK-wide, dedicated Performance Analytics Team driving our approach to digital & data. In the E&NR North Region we currently have around 155 professionals across cost and commercial management, project controls, and project management - and a very strong revenue growth targets for the year. As such, we are actively recruiting for fantastic opportunities across a wide range of clients and sectors including across all aspects of nuclear delivery, renewables, battery storage, transmission & distribution, Carbon Capture Storage and Sustainable Aviation Fuels. We also work closely with our Infrastructure and Defence colleagues with opportunity to work across a wide variety of projects.

What we offer you

• We place a strong emphasis on people development where every individual is encouraged to develop a personalised and bespoke career development plan, aligned to one or more technical, business or client leadership pathways. This creates a working environment where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive.
• We provide comprehensive APC support, in producing high quality submission documents and getting to the right standard for final assessment. Everyone is allocated a Counsellor and Supervisor and a strong network of wider support with Q&A's, and we run formal mock processes to assure candidates' readiness to sit.
• As a regional team, we have a clear commitment to engagement and a team culture strongly aligned to Our Values. We have an active social community with a strong focus on networking and engagement opportunities through team events, team Corporate Responsibility Days, office chats and informal spontaneous lunchtime or after work connectivity.

Job Description

Due to continued growth within our Energy & Natural Resources division, we are looking for a Commercial Procurement Assistant to join our expanding team, supporting major programmes within the nuclear and wider energy sectors. Candidates will be required to be present in our office or client office in Warrington for 3 days per week.

As a Commercial Procurement Assistant, you will support the delivery of procurement, commercial and contract management activities across complex infrastructure and energy programmes.

Working closely with Commercial Managers, Procurement Leads and key project stakeholders, you will assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies, support sourcing and tendering activities, and contribute to effective contract management throughout the procurement lifecycle.

The role is ideal for candidates with prior experience in procurement, commercial management or contract administration who are looking to build their career within the energy, nuclear, infrastructure or wider regulated sectors.

Procurement & Commercial Support

• Support the development and implementation of procurement and commercial strategies aligned to project and business objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of sourcing strategies, market engagement activities and tender documentation.
• Support the development of procurement routes, lotting strategies and commercial models.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify opportunities, risks and value-for-money outcomes.
• Assist with supplier engagement activities and procurement events.

Tendering & Contract Management

• Support procurement activities through all stages of the tender process, including ITT preparation, evaluation and contract award.
• Assist in the preparation, review and administration of contracts and commercial documentation.
• Support contract management activities, including monitoring supplier performance and contractual compliance.
• Maintain accurate procurement and contract records, ensuring adherence to governance requirements.
• Assist with change management, commercial reporting and contract administration activities.

Commercial Analysis & Reporting

• Support cost monitoring, forecasting and commercial reporting activities.
• Analyse commercial and procurement data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Assist with the preparation of business cases, approval papers and governance documentation.
• Contribute to the development of procurement performance metrics and reporting dashboards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across commercial and procurement processes.

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with project teams, procurement specialists, legal advisors, contractors and suppliers.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide commercial and procurement support to project teams and business stakeholders.
• Support governance and assurance activities, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Procurement, Business, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Prior experience supporting procurement, commercial or contract management activities.
• Experience working within major projects, infrastructure, energy, utilities, construction, engineering or other regulated environments.
• Understanding of procurement processes and contract administration principles.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience within the Nuclear, Energy, Infrastructure, Defence or Utilities sectors.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and procurement best practice.
• Experience supporting procurements valued in excess of £5 million.
• Exposure to business case development and governance approval processes.
• Understanding of public sector procurement frameworks and government assurance processes.
• Working towards or holding membership of a relevant professional body such as CIPS, RICS, APM or similar.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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