Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in construction? Are you a team-oriented professional with great problem-solving skills? Are you someone who is focused on sustainable energy solutions and is motivated to protect the environment? If so, then Vestas may have the opportunity for you!
Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Contract Management Central & East
The Construction Department oversees all wind farm projects from start to finish. The team takes responsibility for a wind farm once a contract is signed and remains accountable until the final tests are completed. Collaborating closely with logistics, procurement, and finance departments, the team ensures projects stay on budget and on schedule while meeting our safety and quality standards. Additionally, the team works with sales and legal departments to ensure each wind farm delivers the highest energy yield according to the client's specifications.
Responsibilities
Contract Management safeguards Vestas' commercial interests during the construction phase of new wind farms. This role involves supporting the project team with strategic advice and recommendations on commercial and contractual issues to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The Contract Manager provides direct support to the Project Director, Project Manager, and other team members, ensuring alignment with internal functions such as legal and finance.
Typical Responsibilities:
1. Manage the commercial and contractual aspects during the construction phase of new wind farms.
2. Review, present, and advise internal stakeholders on obligations and deliverables under Turbine Supply Agreements.
3. Ensure adherence to internal processes and procedures for creating and storing correspondence and records.
4. Contribute to risk management (ONS).
5. Evaluate potential claim scenarios and provide recommendations to internal stakeholders and management.
6. Handle claims management activities and draft formal claims-related correspondence.
7. Attend internal and external meetings as necessary.
8. Record and communicate contractual lessons learned to promote improvements in contracts.
Qualifications
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in law, quantity surveying, industrial and civil construction, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 7 years of experience in contracts or project management within the UK construction industry.
3. Extensive knowledge of contract types and structures in the construction and energy sectors.
4. Best if experienced in implementing power plant projects (FIDIC or EPCI experience is beneficial).
5. Fluent in written and spoken English.
6. Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
7. Solid background working with contractors or engineers on construction projects.
Competencies
1. Solid methodical skills.
2. Awareness of cost and safety considerations.
3. Experience in UK construction projects.
4. Independent and structured work approach.
5. Intercultural awareness and team-oriented mindset.
6. Effective verbal and written communication skills with customers and staff at all levels.
7. Problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
What we offer
We offer an engaging role with development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's leading wind turbine manufacturer. We value initiative, responsibility, and precision. You will join an international team committed to growth, where colleagues support and help each other.
Additional information
Primary work location: Arnhem, Edinburgh or Warrington.
This position requires up to 60 days travel per year.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 11.3.2025.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution - today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. #J-18808-Ljbffr