Project & Procurement Manager – Tidal Energy

Project & Procurement Manager – Tidal Energy

Location: Edinburgh, UK | Employment Type: Full-time, On-site

Company Description

QED Naval is a high-growth company leveraging nearly two decades of experience in naval architecture and marine engineering. Developing projects and specializing in tidal energy and submersible structures, QED Naval utilises cutting-edge numerical modelling and provides access to its top-tier design capability. In developing its tidal energy projects QED Naval emphasizes performance-driven product development, cost optimization, and early-stage validation which has boosted investor confidence and driven innovation in the renewable energy space.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Project & Procurement Manager – Tidal Energy to lead QED’s delivery of its key tidal energy projects and to oversee associated procurement activities across the full lifecycle. This full-time, on-site role based from Edinburgh requires a proactive, analytical professional who can manage suppliers, contractors, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring high-quality outcomes aligned with QED Naval’s technical standards.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage tidal energy projects from inception through completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering, supplier selection, and purchasing of materials and services.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and performance assessments to ensure value, reliability, and compliance.
• Negotiate contracts, monitor contract compliance, and manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and finance,to support project delivery.
• Track project milestones, maintain procurement documentation, and ensure alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practice.
• Drive cost-effective decision-making, budget management, and risk mitigation throughout project execution.
• Support the development and optimisation of supply-chain strategies for tidal and marine energy technologies.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years of project management experience within the energy sector ideally renewable, marine, or tidal.
• Proven expertise in procurement, supplier evaluation, and supply-chain management.
• Strong experience in contract negotiation, contract management, and vendor performance monitoring.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical, financial, and operational data.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while driving projects forward.
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing budgets and cost-control processes.
• Knowledge of renewable energy or marine engineering industries is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in procurement analysis tools, tracking systems, and standard software packages.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• UK-based applicants only.

Why Join QED Naval?

• Work at the forefront of tidal and marine renewable innovation.
• Be part of a high-growth company shaping the future of clean energy.
• Join a supportive, multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Opportunities for development, impact, and long-term career progression.

Ready to Apply?

• Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] and help us drive the transition toward sustainable marine energy solutions.