Senior Contract Manager

Are you an experienced professional with a background in law, construction or quantity surveying? Are you highly skilled in contract management and experienced in negotiation and risk management? Vestas is looking for a Senior Contract Manager to join a collaborative team that works across logistics, procurement, finance, sales, and legal departments to deliver top-notch wind farms that maximize energy yield and meet client expectations.

Region NCE > Customer Project Execution > Contract Management Offshore, North &West

The Customer Project Execution Department oversees all wind farm projects from inception to completion. Once a contract is signed, the team takes full responsibility for the project until the final tests are completed. Collaborating closely with the logistics, procurement, and finance departments, the team ensures the project stays on budget and on schedule while meeting our safety and quality standards. Additionally, the team works with the 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. The team supports the project by providing strategic advice and recommendations on commercial and contractual issues, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the commercial and contractual aspects of the construction phase.
• Reviewing, advising, and supporting internal stakeholders on obligations and deliverables under Turbine Supply Agreements.
• Ensuring adherence to internal processes and procedures for correspondence and record-keeping.
• Facilitating the project risk management process, including maintaining the project risk register.
• Evaluating potential claim scenarios and providing recommendations to stakeholders and management.
• Managing claims activities and drafting formal claims-related correspondence.
• Attending internal and external meetings and supporting the sales phase with ad-hoc commercial and contractual advice.

Qualifications 

• 7+ years of experience in law, construction, quantity surveying, or engineering, with substantial involvement and skills in contract management.
• In-depth experience with contract law.
• Proficient in negotiation tactics and planning.
• Thorough understanding of risk management principles and procedures.
• Skilled in handling conflicts and dispute resolution.

Competencies 

• Displays a logical and structured framework in approach.
• Proficient in managing internal stakeholders and relationships.
• Clear awareness of cost and safety considerations.
• Team-focused, innovative, and aware of diverse perspectives.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.

What we offer 

We offer a job with opportunities for development in an inspiring environment at the world's leading wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will be part of an international environment with a solid focus on development and colleagues who support each other. Additionally, we provide a permanent position, an on-boarding program, flexible working hours, and a hybrid working arrangement that includes home office options.

Additional information

Primary work location: Warrington or anywhere in the UK

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 4/4/2025.

You can apply online by clicking on the “Apply Online” button at the top or bottom of this page.

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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. 
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