Contract Manager - German fluent

AVENTA; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Travel to European project sites

Job summary

AVENTA is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join the Transmission BU on an international EPC project portfolio in Europe. You will safeguard contractual positions across project lifecycles, coordinating with Project Directors, Procurement, Legal and Finance to manage change, claims and compliance.

Requirements include 3–5 years in contract management or equivalent, strong knowledge of FIDIC/NEC, and fluent German and English.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience as Contract Manager, Legal Counsel or equivalent project-driven role.
• Track record in EPC contract negotiation, amendments, claims and change management.
• Working knowledge of FIDIC and / or NEC contract suites.
• Experience in energy, infrastructure or construction (HVDC / HVAC / submarine cable a strong plus).
• Fluent German and English (mandatory). Italian a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage EPC contracts through execution and warranty phases (amendments, variations, renewals)
• Lead change orders, claims, back charges and penalty-related matters end-to-end
• Advise project teams on FIDIC / NEC contractual obligations, risks and entitlements
• Track milestones, notices and contractual deadlines to maintain full compliance
• Drive contract close-out, certificates, acceptances and documentation packages

Skills

EPC contract negotiation

Change management

FIDIC/NEC knowledge

Energy/infrastructure experience

German & English fluency

Job description

Confidential - international cable manufacturer (Transmission BU)

Location

Germany (various sites) - Milan, Italy also considered

Contract

Permanent

Office + Hybrid

Seniority

Intermediate (3-5 years)

Start

Q3 2026 (target)

Languages

Fluent German and English (mandatory)

The opportunity

Join the Transmission Business Unit of a leading international cable manufacturer delivering complex HVDC and HVAC EPC projects across Europe. The portfolio covers grid interconnection, offshore wind export systems and major utility programmes with multi-hundred-million euro contract values and tight delivery timelines. As Contract Manager, you will safeguard the company's contractual position throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with Project Directors, Procurement, Legal and Finance to manage change, claims and compliance across an active portfolio.

What you will do

• Manage EPC contracts through execution and warranty phases (amendments, variations, renewals)
• Lead change orders, claims, back charges and penalty-related matters end-to-end
• Advise project teams on FIDIC / NEC contractual obligations, risks and entitlements
• Track milestones, notices and contractual deadlines to maintain full compliance
• Drive contract close-out, certificates, acceptances and documentation packages

What you bring

• 3 to 5 years' experience as Contract Manager, Legal Counsel or equivalent project-driven role
• Track record in EPC contract negotiation, amendments, claims and change management
• Working knowledge of FIDIC and / or NEC contract suites
• Experience in energy, infrastructure or construction (HVDC / HVAC / submarine cable a strong plus)
• Fluent German and English (mandatory). Italian a plus.

What we offer

• Competitive package based on experience.
• Hybrid working with travel to European project sites.
• Direct exposure to flagship HVDC and offshore wind transmission programmes shaping the European grid.
• Career path within a top-tier industrial group's Transmission BU.

We offer a competitive salary starting at €55,000 per annum, based on experience and skills.