Lead Contract Manager (f / m / d)

Vestas; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in renewable energy is seeking a Contract Manager in Hamburg to oversee all commercial and contractual aspects during the construction phase of wind farm projects. The role requires solid experience in contract management, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to advise project teams on contractual matters. Ideal candidates will possess at least 7 years of experience in relevant fields and a degree in law or engineering. Join a team dedicated to empowering a sustainable future.

Leistungen

Comprehensive onboarding program

Flexible working hours

Home office up to 10 days/month

Qualifikationen

• At least 7 years of professional experience in contract or project management.
• Experience in the construction or energy sector is beneficial.
• In-depth knowledge of contract application in construction and energy.

Aufgaben

• Manage all commercial and contractual matters during construction.
• Lead contract management activities within the project team.
• Advise on contractual obligations from project-related contracts.

Kenntnisse

Contract management

Project management

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication

Ausbildung

University degree in law, business, civil engineering, or mechanical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Specialist | Full-Time | Legal

Do you have solid experience in contract management and want to work in an international environment? Are you interested in renewable energy and want to contribute to the energy transition? Then this position might be just right for you.

In the Customer Project Execution department, you will support wind farm projects from contract signing to final acceptance. Together with colleagues from logistics, procurement, finance, sales, and legal, you’ll ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget – and meet the highest standards.

As a Contract Manager, you will protect Vestas’ commercial interests during the construction phase. You will advise the project team on contractual and economic matters and play a key role in ensuring our wind farms are efficiently implemented.

Your Role

• Strategic and operational responsibility for all commercial and contractual matters during the construction phase.
• Coordination and professional leadership of contract management activities within the project team.
• Advising internal stakeholders on obligations and deliverables from turbine supply agreements and other project-related contracts.
• Developing strategies to enforce claims against clients and subcontractors.
• Ensuring contract-related communication and documentation is properly archived and continuously improved.
• Identifying and assessing risks, deriving mitigation measures – fully integrated into risk management.
• Analyzing potential damage scenarios and providing well-founded recommendations to stakeholders and management.
• Facilitating complex contract negotiations and coordinating lessons learned to continuously improve our processes.
• Supporting the development of our standards, tools, and training in contract management.

Your Profile

• A university degree in law, business, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a comparable field.
• At least 7 years of professional experience in contract or project management (in the construction or energy sector is beneficial) with a focus on power plant or infrastructure projects (FIDIC/EPCI experience beneficial).
• In-depth knowledge of contract application and interpretation in the construction and energy sectors.
• Profound German and English skills, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.
• A structured, solution-oriented working style with proficient cost and safety awareness.
• Experience engaging with diverse cultures, team spirit, and versatile communication skills at all levels.
• Experience in leading complex topics professionally.

What We Offer

At Vestas, you’ll find an inspiring environment with real development opportunities – at a globally recognized manufacturer of wind turbines. You’ll work in an international team that supports each other and works together toward a sustainable future.

• Comprehensive onboarding program
• Flexible working hours
• Home office (up to 10 days/month)

Additional Information

This position can be based in Hamburg or Berlin, alternatively in Husum or Vienna. You will have up to 20 travel days per year.

In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager Contract Management.

Please apply exclusively via our online portal.

We reserve the right to make changes to the job description and to withdraw the posting at any time, even before the application deadline.

Our commitment to a fair hiring
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize 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.