Liquidated Damages Officer

Saipem; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Hybrid working model

Health insurance

Internal gym

Discounts and partnerships

In-house cafeteria

Job summary

Saipem is seeking a Liquidated Damages Officer to join our Supply Chain team in Milano. You will assess entitlement to LDs, calculate damages, notify suppliers, and coordinate with stakeholders to drive timely resolutions.

We require a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Law and 2–3 years in contract management or procurement, with strong English and MS Office skills. Occasional travel within Italy and abroad is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Law.
• 2–3 years of experience in Contract Management, Supply Chain or Procurement.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Technical knowledge of SAP, Teams, Outlook and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess contractual entitlement to Liquidated Damages and determine applicability.
• Calculate and validate Liquidated Damages with project data and records.
• Prepare LD notifications to suppliers and review supporting evidence.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Contract Managers to gather evidence.
• Support negotiations and closure of LD cases for favorable outcomes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Law

Tools

SAP

Teams

Outlook

MS Office

Job description

Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.

We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as “One Company”, our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, we embrace diversity as a driver of innovation and inclusion, while prioritizing people’s safety and environmental sustainability, even in the most challenging conditions.

Purpose of the position:

As Liquidated Damages Officer you will respond to the Liquidated Damages Management and be part of the Supply Chain.

How can you support us?

• Assess Contractual Entitlement to Liquidated Damages: Review supply contracts, project documentation, and performance records to determine whether contractual conditions for the application of Liquidated Damages have been met, and evaluate the Company's entitlement to claim compensation for delays or contractual breaches.
• Calculate and Validate Liquidated Damages: Collect and analyze information from corporate systems and project stakeholders, perform Liquidated Damages calculations in accordance with contractual provisions, and prepare the supporting documentation required for internal validation and approval.
• Manage Supplier Notifications and Responses: Prepare and coordinate formal LD notifications to suppliers and subcontractors, monitor correspondence, review suppliers' justifications and supporting evidence, and update the assessment whenever new contractual information becomes available.
• Coordinate with Internal Stakeholders: Liaise with Project Managers, Contract Managers, Procurement, Supply Chain and other relevant functions to gather evidence, obtain required concurrences, align recovery strategies, and ensure the proper management of LD files throughout their lifecycle.
• Support Negotiations and Closure of LD Cases: Contribute to negotiations, settlement discussions, waiver evaluations, and recovery strategies aimed at achieving the best commercial outcome for the Company, while ensuring accurate reporting and timely closure of LD cases.

What are we looking for?

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Law

Background: 2/3 years of previous experience in Contract Management, Supply Chain, Procurement (within the Oil & Gas, Energy, Engineering or Construction industry will be considered a plus)

Languages: good proficiency in both written and spoken English

Technical/IT Knowledge: SAP, Teams, Outlook, MS Office main apps.

What else should you know? Some travelling will be expected within Italy and/or abroad.

What We Can Offer To You

• Permanent Contract – CCNL Energia e Petrolio
• Pay not lower than 38.000 €
• Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, internal gym, discounts and partnerships, services related to health, family, well-being, and in-house cafeteria.
• Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
• Location: Milano, Via Luigi Russolo 5 (Head Office of Saipem Group)

Transparency Note

At the end of the selection process, the Company reserves the right to offer a different job level and/or salary package compared to what is indicated in this job posting, in line with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills. Any Deviation Shall Be Duly Justified And Documented In Accordance With Internal Procedures And The Non-Discrimination Statement. Such Deviation Shall In No Way Be Related To

• the remuneration received by the candidate in previous employment relationships;
• any subjective or discriminatory factors, including but not limited to gender or other personal characteristics.

Regulatory Compliance

The Decision Is Made In Compliance With

• the principle of equal pay for the same work or work of equal value;
• the pay transparency requirements set out in EU Directive 2023/970 and the relevant national implementing legislation.

Additional Information

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