Contract Manager (Netherlands)

PetsApp; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Return is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee contracts for large-scale energy storage projects. This role requires expertise in contract management for Capex projects, monitoring performance, and managing disputes. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in the energy sector and is fluent in Dutch and English.

Join us to make a significant impact in the energy transition and contribute to sustainable solutions while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant working experience, with at least 5 in contract management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract forms like UAV-GC and FIDIC.
• Experience in claims management, dispute resolution, and commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management activities for large Capex projects.
• Monitor performance of contractors and suppliers against contractual obligations.
• Manage change orders, variations, and claims.
• Advise project manager on contractual rights and risks.
• Align contract strategy with project objectives.
• Support improvement of contract management processes and tools.

Skills

Contract management

Dispute resolution

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

BSc or MSc degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

About Return

Return is the leading European independent energy storage provider, committed to revolutionizing the energy sector. Headquartered in Amsterdam, with offices in Munich, Hamburg and Madrid, Return offers innovative, sustainable solutions to store and intelligently manage energy, ensuring power is used efficiently when and where it’s needed most. With a rapidly growing presence across Europe, Return is at the forefront of the energy transition, integrating large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability, renewable energy integration, and Europe’s net‑zero goals. Driven by a team of experts, Return aims to provide reliable energy storage that powers the future of clean energy.

Your Impact

As Contract Manager, you are responsible for managing and safeguarding Return's contractual interests across the construction of large-scale BESS projects (>100MW per project, >5GW project pipeline). Working closely with our construction, legal, and finance teams, you ensure that contracts with suppliers, contractors and other parties are structured, executed and monitored in a way that protects Return's position and supports the successful delivery of projects across Europe.

What you will do

• Lead contract management activities for the execution phase of large Capex projects with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers and other third parties using contract forms such as UAV‑GC, FIDIC and bespoke agreements
• Monitor contractor and supplier performance against contractual obligations, identifying and managing risks, claims and disputes
• Manage change orders, variations and claims, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation
• Advise the project manager and wider project team on contractual rights, obligations and risks
• Work closely with legal, finance and procurement colleagues to align contract strategy with project and company objectives
• Support the development and continuous improvement of contract management processes, templates and tools

What you bring

• Proven track record in contract management of complex construction or infrastructure projects, preferably in the energy sector
• 10+ years of relevant working experience, with at least 5 years in a contract management role
• Strong knowledge of construction contract forms, in particular UAV‑GC and FIDIC
• Experience with claims management, dispute resolution and commercial negotiations
• BSc or MSc degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skillsFluent in Dutch and English; German is a plus. Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across the Netherlands and Europe

Why join Return?

At Return, we don’t just talk about impact — we build it. You’ll join a passionate and skilled team where your contributions help shape real‑world solutions and directly support a more sustainable future. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture is dedicated to accelerating the energy transition at scale.

No recruiting

We do not work with recruitment agencies or external recruiters for our hiring process. Applications should be submitted directly through our careers page.