Advisor - Sustainable Energy Capital Programs & Projects Procurement

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time
Company Overview

Turner & Townsend stands as a premier global consultancy, employing approximately 3,000 individuals in the UK and over 6,000 worldwide. Our organization is on an upward trajectory, recently achieving the top position in the Times PwC Top Track 250. We pride ourselves on being a dynamic and innovative entity, adept at swiftly adapting to market trends while maintaining a strong reputation for quality.

We are committed to making a significant impact, which encompasses delivering superior outcomes for our clients, empowering our employees to reach their full potential, and contributing to a thriving society. Our core values—Love a Challenge, Stronger Together, and Bring out the Best in Everyone—are integral to our purpose and guide our actions both now and in the future. These values help us foster an environment where everyone can excel by establishing clear expectations for ourselves and our colleagues.

Daily, we assist our prominent global clients in executing complex and technically demanding projects across more than 130 countries. Our team is characterized by dynamism, innovation, and a client-centric approach, all supported by an inclusive and enjoyable company culture. Our clients appreciate our proactive methodology, extensive expertise, integrity, and the high-quality outcomes we deliver. Consequently, our employees have the opportunity to engage in some of the most thrilling projects globally.

Position Overview

In this role, reporting to a seasoned Renewable Energy Procurement lead, you will assist our clients in executing significant capital programs and projects aimed at advancing green technologies to offer more sustainable energy solutions for consumers and the broader community. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about renewable energy and major capital projects to join our expanding Procurement team within Contract Services across our UK offices, in response to the growing demand for our expertise.

Successful candidates will have the chance to enhance their careers, skills, and knowledge by collaborating with industry-leading organizations both in the UK and internationally, making a tangible difference in large-scale flagship programs and projects, and challenging themselves within a market-leading global professional services firm while working alongside an exceptional team of specialized procurement consultants.

We are proud to be the first consultancy recognized by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in procurement processes within the construction sector. Our team has received a Procurement Excellence Programme Award, showcasing our commitment to excellence in procurement and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide procurement support across various programs, projects, and commissions, aiding clients in achieving improved green and sustainable outcomes across diverse renewable energy asset types.
  • Enhance client performance and meet targets across essential capital procurement themes.
  • Contribute to the development of renewable energy procurement services offered by Turner & Townsend.
  • Assist in business development efforts for renewable energy procurement and the marketing needs of the broader Contract Services capability.
  • Support the achievement of both team and overall business objectives at Turner & Townsend.
We seek individuals with expertise in embedding excellence in end-to-end procurement activities, alongside core competencies and experience in procurement, supply chain management, and/or contract management. This includes a blend of the following:
  • Development and implementation of procurement strategies for major capital programs and projects.
  • Contract management.
  • Supply chain intelligence.
  • Supplier evaluation methodologies.
  • Supply chain management.
  • Contract terms, negotiation, and award processes.
Experience in one or more of the following technologies is advantageous but not mandatory:
  • Hydro-Electric
  • Onshore and Offshore Wind
  • Tidal
  • Energy from Waste
  • Hydrogen
  • Solar
  • Carbon Capture
  • Net Zero
  • Biofuels
  • Geothermal
What We Offer

At Turner & Townsend, we take pride in the professional development of our teams, providing a unique opportunity for rapid career advancement within an entrepreneurial and expanding team. This is achieved through a combination of delivering large-scale projects while being supported by project teams and leaders, mentoring and coaching from industry experts, specialized procurement training delivered both online and in-person, and becoming trusted authorities in capital procurement for major programs and projects.

We promote a hybrid working model to facilitate a practical work-life balance that acknowledges the challenges of everyday life. We are dedicated to ensuring our team implements industry-leading practices in our procurement projects, and we encourage and support individuals in pursuing MCIPS status with CIPS, alongside regular professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Additional opportunities for national and international travel are available to service and manage key commissions for our esteemed client portfolio.

Qualifications

To deliver value for our clients, we are looking for candidates with a combination of the following:
  • A degree in a relevant field such as Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Business Management, or similar disciplines.
  • Progress towards or willingness to work towards at least a Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
  • Security Clearance (SC) - currently valid or could be reinstated, not essential.
Experience
  • Broad procurement consulting experience gained from client, contractor, or professional services organizations.
  • Familiarity with key responsible sourcing areas, including human rights, environmental concerns, health and safety, anti-bribery & corruption, and labor practices.
  • Good understanding of the UK and international energy sector, related technologies, and regulatory frameworks is desirable.
  • Proven experience in successful supplier engagement.
Desired Attributes
  • Confident, independent, and capable of working autonomously without supervision.
  • Able to manage work/business development/career development activities effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experienced and confident in preparing reports and research documentation.
  • Comfortable in a client-facing role and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Strong IT skills and a genuine interest in tools, systems, and data.
  • Results-driven.
  • Able to collaborate and work within a team to achieve desired outcomes.
Additional Information

Turner & Townsend is a leading global property consultancy, with around 3,000 employees in the UK and over 6,000 globally. We are a growing organization with high ambitions and recently ranked number 1 in the Times PwC Top Track 250. This is a dynamic and innovative company, quick to respond to market trends and with a reputation for quality.

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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