Contract Manager

ROCKWOOL International A/S; Hedehusene; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to project sites

Job summary

ROCKWOOL Group in Hedehusene, Denmark, is seeking a Senior Contract Manager for large CAPEX projects to secure successful delivery and commercial outcomes.

You will draft post-award documents, handle disputes, assess supplier performance, and collaborate with Project Managers to meet contractual terms.

Travel to project sites may be required; you’ll join a seasoned Project Support team reporting to the Head of Project Support.

Qualifications

• Experienced contract manager with responsibility for large-scale projects in construction/renewable energy.
• Strong technical contract management expertise and stakeholder management.
• Analytical, detail-oriented with risk management and commercial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Contract & Commercial Management — Draft post-award documents including Variation Orders, Claims, and notifications; manage insurance claims, bonds, and guarantees
• Performance & Risk Management — Evaluate supplier performance against contractual obligations, conduct comprehensive risk assessments, and develop mitigation plans
• Dispute Resolution — Handle contractual disputes and claims strategically, escalating as needed and consulting with Sourcing teams on supplier relationship impacts
• Project Collaboration — Support Project Managers and Directors in ensuring deliverables meet contractual terms; facilitate monthly contract management meetings for large projects
• Contract Closure & Learning — Manage contract closure processes, archive documentation, and conduct post-contract evaluations to capture lessons learned

Job description

Senior Contract Manager, large CAPEX Projects Hedehusene, Denmark

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions. Join us and make a difference!

Your future team

You’ll join the Project Support team, a group of experienced professionals dedicated to securing successful project implementation. You’ll report to the Head of Project Support in your line organization and to the Project Director on individual projects.

What You’ll Do

• Contract & Commercial Management — Draft post-award documents including Variation Orders, Claims, and notifications; manage insurance claims, bonds, and guarantees
• Performance & Risk Management — Evaluate supplier performance against contractual obligations, conduct comprehensive risk assessments, and develop mitigation plans
• Dispute Resolution — Handle contractual disputes and claims strategically, escalating as needed and consulting with Sourcing teams on supplier relationship impacts
• Project Collaboration — Support Project Managers and Directors in ensuring deliverables meet contractual terms; facilitate monthly contract management meetings for large projects
• Contract Closure & Learning — Manage contract closure processes, archive documentation, and conduct post-contract evaluations to capture lessons learned

Who You Are

• Experienced Contract Manager or with legal responsibility for large-scale projects within Construction, Renewable Energy, or similar industries. Experience managing complex greenfield projects from early development through execution is highly valued.
• Strong technical expertise in contract management with excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical & Detail-Oriented — Solid experience in risk management, issue resolution, and commercial decision-making with a focus on protecting ROCKWOOL's interests.
• Strategic Dispute Handler — Excel at contractual dispute handling with strong negotiation skills that balance assertive advocacy with collaborative relationships.
• Proactive & Commercially Minded — Anticipate contractual and project risks, identify improvement opportunities, and drive timely issue resolution before escalation.
• Strong Communicator — Navigate complex contractual situations with clarity, confidence, and professionalism; understand that effective contract management enables successful project delivery.
• Engaged Team Player — Take ownership, work independently, and actively engage with project teams and stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Experience with FIDIC contract management is preferred.

What We Offer

You’ll become part of a highly competent team managing large and complex international projects. This position offers significant responsibility combined with a high degree of independence and decision-making authority. You'll work on strategically important contracts that span multiple markets and involve diverse stakeholder relationships.

• 20-40 days of travel to project sites may be required depending on project needs.

Contact for questions: Lene Golriz (manager of the role) – [e-mail]

Who we are

At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today's biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity, and flooding. Our product range reflects the diversity of the world's needs, while supporting our stakeholders in reducing their own carbon footprint. Stone wool is a fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With more than 13,000 dedicated colleagues in around 40 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products, from building insulation to acoustic ceilings, external cladding systems to horticultural solutions, engineered fibres for industrial use to insulation for the process industry, and marine & offshore.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees. At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today's biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity, and flooding. Our product range reflects the diversity of the world's needs, while supporting our stakeholders in reducing their own carbon footprint. Stone wool is a fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With ~11,800 dedicated colleagues in 37 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products, from building insulation to acoustic ceilings, external cladding systems to horticultural solutions, customised stone wool insulation components for other manufacturers' products and systems (OEM), to insulation for the process industry and marine & offshore.