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Region NCE > Customer Project Execution, NCE > Contracts Management Service Offshore
The Contract Management department plays a critical role in the execution of offshore windfarms within the Northern & Central Europe (NCE) region of Vestas. The department is responsible for ensuring the effective management of contractual issues via professional and focused contract management.
As a Service Contract Manager, your main responsibilities are undertaken prior to and during the service phase of offshore windfarms where you will support by providing advice and recommendations in relation to contractual and commercial issues affecting the delivery of operations & maintenance (O&M) services. You will be responsible for providing contract management support, clarifying contractual obligations and compliance thereto while ensuring the company's commercial interests are adequately always safeguarded.
Responsibilities
* Support the Service team (Customer Manager/Service Manager) and work closely with the Vestas Legal & Compliance department
* Interpret, provide summaries and advise the Service team about the content and interpretation of the contract in terms of scope, obligations, rights, and remedies
* Draft routine notices, submissions, and communications to be submitted in accordance with the contract term and in coordination with the Service team
* Supervise an overview of defect claims, and coordinate evaluation and resolution of such claims with other departments
* Review incoming communications from the customer/contractors and draft responses thereto
* Support the negotiation and drafting of settlement agreements with customers to optimize the resolution of disputes under the relevant agreements
Qualifications
* Contract and claims management experience, in particular with in-depth knowledge of cost and warranty claims
* Significant experience in construction or energy industry - wind or heavy construction industry experience appreciated
* Professional usage and execution of the standard forms of contract in construction and energy industries (ideally FIDIC based contracts)
* Law degree is appreciated
* Commercial / contractual awareness and acumen, and solid negotiation and communication skills
* Attention to detail and significant organization skills
* Determined individual, proficient in managing their own responsibilities with minimal support
* Achievement in collaborating with a global, geographically diverse team
* Accurate and pragmatic approach to contract management and enforcement
* Positive attitude and genuine interest in process improvements
* Fluent in written and spoken English in business and legal environments. Other languages would be beneficial
What we offer
We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment with the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We appreciate initiative, obligations, and the harmony between creativity and quality in all solutions, and this is your opportunity to shape our service strategy. You will contribute to a focused team in a highly professional landscape with a well-established technical commitment.
Additional information
The primary work location will be at our offices in Hamburg, Germany. But we will also be able offer work location at some of our other offices like Berlin, Aarhus, Copenhagen, Edinburgh, London, Arnhem or Malmö
To be considered for this role, you will need to apply online before June 1, 5. We will review applications on an ongoing basis. We aim to fill the position as soon as possible and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.
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.
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