OverviewAssociate Director (Procurement) - Renewable Energy Capital Programmes & ProjectsRecruitment and Resourcing Manager - InfrastructureCompany DescriptionTurner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.comRole and OpportunityReporting to an established Renewable Energy Procurement lead, you will help clients deliver major capital programmes and projects for green technologies to provide more sustainable energy sources for customers and communities. We have opportunities for people with a passion for renewable energy and major capital programmes and projects to join our expanding Procurement team within Contract Services, across UK offices, as we respond to increasing demand for our services.Successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop their career, skills, and knowledge through working with industry leading organisations across the UK and globally, making a tangible impact on large-scale flagship programmes and projects, challenging themselves in a market-leading global professional services business and collaborating with an outstanding team of specialist procurement consultants. We are the first consultancy to be recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in the procurement processes that it provides for clients in the construction sector. Our Team received a Procurement Excellence Programme Award demonstrating excellence in procurement and supply chain activities.ResponsibilitiesTo lead procurement engagements across multiple programmes, projects, and commissions, helping clients progress towards better green, sustainable outcomes across numerous renewable energy asset types.To deliver and continually improve clients’ performance and meet targets across key capital procurement themes.Drive the development of the renewable energy procurement services provided by Turner & Townsend.To lead and drive business development for renewable energy procurement and the marketing requirements of the wider Contract Services capability.To provide hands-on leadership and drive the delivery of both team and wider business targets in Turner & Townsend, encompassing Business Generation, Service Excellence, Operational and People-based growth objectives.To be a business leader, coach and developer of talent and an exemplar of Turner & Townsend’s leadership behaviours.Skills and QualificationsWe are looking for individuals with knowledge and experience in embedding excellence into end-to-end procurement activities, with core skills across end-to-end procurement, supply chain management and/or contract management. This includes:Major capital programmes and projects procurement strategy and implementation through the entire procurement lifecycleContract managementSupply chain intelligenceSupplier evaluation strategiesSupply chain managementContract terms, negotiation, and awardExperience in one or more of the following technologies is desirable but not essential:Hydro-ElectricOnshore and Offshore WindTidalEnergy from WasteHydrogenSolarCarbon CaptureNet ZeroBiofuelsGeothermalCombined Heat & Power (CHP)QualificationsPreferably a degree related to Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Business Management, or similar.Has achieved, is working towards, or is willing to work towards at least Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.Security Clearance (SC) – currently valid or could be reinstated; not essential.ExperienceWider procurement consulting experience from client, contractor, or professional services organisations.Experience of responsible sourcing areas including human rights, environment, health and safety, anti-bribery & corruption, and labour practices.Good understanding of the UK and international energy sector, related technologies and regulatory environments is desirable.Experience of successful supplier engagement.BehavioursConfident, independent, and able to work autonomously without supervision.Ability to manage work, business development, and career development activities.Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.Experienced and confident in compiling reports and research documentation.Client-facing with ability to collaborate with stakeholders.Good IT skills and an interest in tools, systems, and data.Driven to get results and able to work within a team to achieve outcomes.Additional InformationTurner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. This role may involve travel nationally and internationally to service key commissions for our blue-chip client portfolio. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any recruitment fees. Unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal email accounts are the property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to agency fees unless a formal written agreement is in place. #J-18808-Ljbffr