Commercial and Contract Manager

Introduction to the role

We develop, build, own and operate grid-scale battery storage projects in key markets around the world.

As Commercial and Contract Manager- Japan, you will be working closely with the Senior Engineering Manager, Senior Investment Manager, Managing Director Japan and reporting to the Procurement and Commercial Director to deliver the execution strategy during the development and construction phase as well leading commercial supply chain liaison activities.

You will be responsible for the overall contracting strategy policies and processes for the entire Japan project pipeline, ensuring contractual suites are fit for purpose, consistent and achieve the best possible risk position for Eku Energy.

You will lead on the engagement and negotiation with external suppliers and project partners and will review all contracts to ensure maximum commercial value for the project. You will be working in a project team to scope packages of work, run procurement tenders and seek new partnerships (frameworks etc) across the project lifecycle for the Japan pipeline of project.

You will have full responsibility for developing and negotiating new contracts with new suppliers as well as supporting the Construction Manager with review of existing project contracts through the execution phase.

Responsibilities of the role

You will be responsible for the management of key supply, construction and maintenance contract pr