Job description

We are seeking a Contract & Claim Manager (CCM) to join our centralized Contract & Claim Management team, overseeing the entire life cycle of large investment projects.

Role Overview: As a Contract & Claim Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing relationships with contractors, ensuring the successful execution of contracts, and addressing any issues that arise during the project lifecycle. You will be involved from the initial project stages, including preparing tender and contract documents and negotiating with suppliers, and will hold full responsibility for assigned contracts during the execution phase.

Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Package Managers and Project Managers on all contractual and commercial matters to ensure project success.
Develop and manage project claim strategies in coordination with Project Management.
Proactively handle variations and claims in consultation with the project team.
Draft and manage contractual and commercial correspondence and documentation towards contractors.
Manage contractual risks and disputes effectively and find resolutions.
Oversee commercial aspects and documents, including payment deadlines and price adjustments.
Ensure timely management of contractual deliverables, focusing on quality and cost control. Address problems with the Package Manager and align on solutions with contractors.
Prepare management and status reports, including KPI monitoring.
Facilitate communication between contractors and teams, especially in escalation or problem-solving scenarios, to create win-win situations.
Follow up on claims and collaborate closely with Project Management and legal departments to resolve disputes.
Provide feedback to internal departments, the CCM team, and buyers to prevent future issues (lessons learned).
Develop and manage Excel tools for price revisions and other contract-related administration.
Contribute to building the department's knowledge base.

Profile Requirements:
Master’s degree in commercial, legal, or technical field (e.g., civil or industrial engineering).
Minimum 5 years of experience, including 3-5 years in contract management with a strong background in international partner management.
Ability to work independently with a project management mentality and handle internal and external disputes.
Strategic vision and ability to integrate overall project objectives into daily tasks.
Analytical mindset with a problem-solving orientation, enabling quick and effective results.
Strong communication skills, particularly in an international setting, with excellent written English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Preferred Experience:
Advanced skills in Contract and Claim Management and/or Project Management.
Background in large projects (turnkey/EPCI/framework contracts) and negotiation experience.
Experience with offshore investment projects (e.g., offshore cables, platforms).
Knowledge of contractual dispute resolution mechanisms.
What can you expect?

Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability or other characteristics.

Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7500 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:

Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!

Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!

Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!