Contract Manager (f/m/d)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Mannheim; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days vacation

Bonus payments

Company pension plan

Wellness and training opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Hitachi Energy Germany AG in Mannheim is seeking a Contract Manager (f/m/d) to join our HVDC project business. You will support contract strategies, manage amendments, claims, and change orders, and ensure timely, accurate execution while safeguarding Hitachi Energy's interests throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in engineering or law, solid knowledge of German contract law, and strong negotiation skills in German and English.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Solid knowledge of German contract law and practical experience applying it in a business environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills in both German and English.
• Ideally 5-10 years of experience as a Contract Manager within EPC projects.
• Experience in German grid infrastructure projects is a strong advantage.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10-20%.

Aufgaben

• Act as a valued member of the project team and a trusted partner to project management.
• Develop contract strategies aimed at minimizing risks and maximizing opportunities in line with Hitachi Energy policies, contractual requirements, and the overall project execution strategy.
• Serve as a reliable partner in the day-to-day administration of project contracts, including managing formal correspondence, initiating contract amendments, claims, and change orders, and ensuring timely submission in collaboration with key functions.
• Participate in negotiations during project execution and prepare for discussions with relevant stakeholders.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to gather information and implement contract management activities within your area of responsibility.
• Analyze contractual documentation with the project team, identify opportunities and risks, and facilitate contract workshops.
• Ensure timely execution of commercial contract matters across the portfolio, including invoicing, claims management, change orders, insurance requirements, and other obligations.
• Collaborate with the Legal Department and support on disputes, litigation, and arbitration proceedings.
• Contribute to project close-out by ensuring all contractual obligations are fulfilled.

Kenntnisse

German contract law

German & English communication

Negotiation skills

Travel willingness

Contract management experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID: R0142401

Date Posted: 2026-08-20

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Embrace Diversity and Innovation! High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) is a key enabler for a carbon-neutral energy system. It is highly efficient for transmitting large amounts of electricity over long distances, integration of renewables and interconnecting grids, opening for new sustainable transmission solutions. By joining the HVDC team in Germany (DEHVDC), you will be contributing to the energy transition in Germany and around the world.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Contract Manager (f/m/d) to join our HVDC project business. With your analytical mindset, hands-on approach, and ability to work independently, you will contribute to the successful execution of contract management activities within your assigned projects. As a key interface partner, you will proactively support project execution and play an active role in preparing contract flow-downs, subcontract agreements, and purchase orders. You will ensure that all contract management activities are carried out accurately and on time while safeguarding Hitachi Energy's interests throughout the entire project lifecycle.

How you'll make an impact

Act as a valued member of the project team and a trusted partner to project management. Together, you will develop contract strategies aimed at minimizing risks and maximizing opportunities in line with Hitachi Energy policies, contractual requirements, and the overall project execution strategy.

Serve as a reliable partner in the day-to-day administration of project contracts. This includes managing formal correspondence with contractual counterparties, initiating contract amendments, claims, and change orders, and ensuring their timely and high-quality submission in collaboration with the project team and key stakeholder functions such as Insurance and Tax.

Play a key role in negotiations during project execution and strategically prepare for these discussions together with relevant stakeholders. You will also familiarize yourself with commercial and technical matters to support negotiations effectively.

Work successfully within multidisciplinary teams and leverage your broad expertise and strong questioning techniques to gather relevant information and implement contract management activities within your area of responsibility.

Analyze contractual documentation together with the project team, including contract conditions, specifications, schedules, and related project documents. Identify opportunities and risks, raise awareness within the project team, and facilitate contract workshops.

Ensure the timely and accurate execution of commercial contract matters across the contract portfolio, including invoicing, claims management, submission of change orders, fulfillment of insurance requirements, and other contractual obligations.

Work closely with the Legal Department, align on major claims, and keep legal stakeholders informed of critical developments throughout project execution. Support legal teams in disputes, litigation, and arbitration proceedings.

Contribute to the project close-out process by working with project management to ensure that all contractual obligations have been fulfilled by all parties and that no outstanding liabilities remain.

Your background

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.

Solid knowledge of German contract law and practical experience applying it in a business environment.

Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills in both German and English.

Ideally 5-10 years of experience as a Contract Manager within EPC projects and familiarity with complex project contracts.

Proven expertise in claims and change management as well as the assessment of contract-related legal matters.

Ability to work confidently with customers and subcontractors on all contract and project-related issues.

Experience in German grid infrastructure projects is a strong advantage.

Willingness to travel approximately 10-20%; family-friendly arrangements can be accommodated.

More about us

• Attraktives Gehalt gemäß dem IG Metall Tarifvertrag für Baden-Württemberg.
• 30 Tage Urlaub.
• Sonderzahlungen.
• Zusatzleistungen.
• Urlaubs- und Weihnachtsgeld.
• Enge Unterstützung während der Einarbeitungszeit.
• Altersvorsorgewirksame Leistungen und arbeitgeberfinanzierte betriebliche Altersvorsorge.
• Kinderferienheim und Kinderbetreuungszuschuss.
• Nutzung vieler Fitnessstudios in ganz Deutschland mit über 7500 Partnern für Ihr Training mit unserem EGYM Wellpass.
• Numerous exciting career development and training opportunities within Hitachi Energy.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of AI and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

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Company vision

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support your employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.