Head of Contract Manager – HVDC

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take full responsibility for all project contractual activities, starting from the Sales/Commercial hand-over through to the final client acceptance and resolution of any outstanding contractual obligations.

• Manage a team of contract managers overseeing a portfolio of HVDC projects.

• Offer guidance, support, knowledge transfer, and professional development to the team.

• Counsel project directors and cross-functional teams on the contractual aspects of sourcing, procurement, engineering, site management, construction, commissioning, and testing.

• Provide expert analysis and clarification regarding contractual and legal inquiries, collaborating with the Legal team as necessary.

• Propel project start-ups by conducting contract analysis and developing Project Contract Commercial Plans.

• Contribute to the overall project execution strategy.

• Manage contractual communications and lead strategies for customer change orders.

• Promote margin enhancement initiatives and claim processes, including matters related to insurance.

• Analyze and define contractual rights and obligations concerning partners.

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts and amendments.

• Ensure that key terms of the main contract are reflected in supplier agreements.

• Collaborate with service teams on defect notifications and the resolution of warranty period issues.

• Work alongside the Regional Contract Management Leader to define and implement the strategic roadmap for Contract Management.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in Engineering (preferably in High-Voltage Electrical) with a solid understanding of international contract law; OR a degree in Law (preferably with a focus on construction).

• Significant experience in managing large, complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects.

• Proven capability to anticipate risks, conduct complex risk assessments, and address high-stakes issues.

• Reliable evaluation of contractual rights and requirements, including specific actionable recommendations for project leadership.

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Proficiency in both German and English, both written and spoken, is required.

• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, primarily within Germany and the Netherlands.

• Extensive technical knowledge and experience related to electrical engineering, civil works, and offshore construction projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided: No