Contracts Manager – English

Blue Lynx; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Employee Recognition and Referral

Job summary

Blue Lynx seeks a Contracts Manager for an international company in Rotterdam supplying industrial gases. You will develop contract strategies, manage contracts and commercial models, and ensure project execution.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in contract management and is fluent in English. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Benefits include a pension plan and employee recognition programs.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of contract management experience in industrial gases or complex engineering/construction projects.
• Strong end-to-end contract management experience, from contract placement through close-out.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop contract strategies and plans to support project execution.
• Prepare bid packages, terms and conditions, and evaluation requirements.
• Negotiate and award Contracts and POs, resolving clarifications.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

SAP

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

MRICS and/or CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scout platform

Job description

Contracts Manager – English

Job Specs

Category

Management

Region

Netherlands: Rotterdam

Depends on experience

Languages

Hiring type

Contracting

Duration

1 year with view to extension

ASAP

Job ref.

26-0554

Description

Our client is an international company, supplying essential industrial gases and related equipment to various sectors, focusing on innovation and sustainability. They lead in the development of large-scale gas projects that convert natural resources into valuable products. Known for their operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment, they are dedicated to creating solutions that benefit communities worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Managerto join their team in Rotterdam.

Job Profile forContracts Manager
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop contract strategies and contracting plans to support project execution
• Prepare bid packages, contract models, terms and conditions, BOQs, and technical and commercial evaluation requirements
• Manage Contracts and POs across unit rate, BOQ, reimbursable, lump sum, and bespoke commercial models
• Negotiate and award Contracts and POs, resolving technical and commercial clarifications and preparing award recommendations
• Manage contracts and contractors on site to meet project and contractual requirements
• Coordinate contracting activities and administration throughout project execution
• Manage contract changes, site instructions, and engineering changes while mitigating cost and schedule impacts
• Manage claims, contractual correspondence, notices, counterclaims, and supporting documentation
• Maintain Contracts and POs in SAP, including invoice management and payment support
• Manage bidding, supplier prequalification, evaluations, and awards through the Scout platform
• Prepare forecasts and reports on contract deliverables and proactively manage workload

Candidate Profile forContracts Manager

• Must be fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical/Civil) or Quantity Surveying is advantageous
• Good knowledge of SAP and requisition-to-pay processes
• MRICS and/or CIPS qualification
• 15+ years of contract management experience in industrial gases or complex engineering/construction projects
• Strong end-to-end contract management experience, from contract placement through close-out
• Experience with lump-sum and remeasure construction contracts, POs, contract drafting, and contractual risk
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including cost forecasting, planning, and contract cost modelling
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaborative tools
• Excellent negotiation, contract resolution, communication, and influencing skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively across cultures and geographies

What Our Client Offers

• Pension plan
• Employee Recognition and Referral Programs

Please note

As part of the Blue Lynx recruitment process, you may be asked to provide references and copies of your diplomas. Please note that a background check may also be conducted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not received a call or email from a Blue Lynx recruiter within five working days, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.