Role: Nuclear Framework Officer

This programme has been designed to support people who have had a career break or are trying to transfer their skills into a new sector or one they used to work in. We know that any gap in work experience or a move away from a sector or skill set makes it very hard to return or join through standard recruitment channels.

The roles in this programme tend to run on a 6 month work placement with a view to securing a permanent role at the end of that period. Although it’s not guaranteed, 96% of our candidates who join the programme go on to secure permanent roles with their host organisation.

As a candidate working with STEM Returners, you have access to free CV writing and Interview coaching, and if you are successful in securing the role, you’ll get access to a coaching and mentoring programme to help you thrive in the role.

If you meet the criteria for this role but are unsure if you are eligible for the programme, we encourage you to make an application.

Role Purpose:

The Nuclear Framework Officer is responsible for preparing, managing and administering the contractual framework for nuclear projects for the UK and internationally. This includes managing key client accounts, major contract framework bids and renewals, preparing task orders, and setting project budgets to ensure the successful mobilisation of contracts

Main Duties and Accountabilities:

This role is required to ensure operational excellence and delivery for commercial utilising the NEC or FIDIC contract framework methodologies, with a focus on the use of the CEMAR platform.

Commercial Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all commercial and contractual matters with key nuclear clients.
• Manage the renewal and renegotiation of key client accounts, ensuring contract terms and conditions are optimised.
• Prepare detailed task orders, work packages, and budgets for nuclear projects, in collaboration with project teams.
• Analyse project cost data and financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability.

Portal Management:

• Routinely monitor and manage relevant industry portals to stay informed of market developments and opportunities
• Work with the Energy Business Market Analyst to track opportunities and inform go/no-go decision making

Bid Support:

• Support and develop bid capability statements to enable proportionate and strategic bidding efforts
• Maintain a reference library of pre-approved bid materials for specific sectors and customers
• Provide guidance and support to the bidding team to ensure consistent and compelling proposals
• Provide short consultancy proposals in line with DoA

Operational Delivery and Mobilisation:

• Utilise the CEMAR platform to track contract obligations, milestones, and commercial deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks, and implement appropriate risk management strategies.
• Provide guidance and training to project teams on the commercial aspects of NEC and FIDIC contracts.
• Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and financial records, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and other stakeholders to ensure effective commercial management of nuclear projects.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of commercial strategies and best practices for the nuclear business.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest commercial and contractual developments in the nuclear industry.

Experience & Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• Experience in commercial contract management, preferably in the nuclear industry.
• Appreciation of the NEC and FIDIC contract forms and their commercial implications.
• Proficient in the use of contract management software.
• Strong financial and budget management skills, with the ability to analyse project cost data and identify optimization opportunities.
• Negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients and cross-functional teams.

Location & work pattern

Bristol, UK (hybrid)

Full and part-time applications considered

If you wish to speak to one of our Returner Specialists about this role in more detail, please call us on 01329 623 246 (option 1)