
Contract & Claim Manager
Omexom
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Köln • Germany
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About the role
- Independent analysis, evaluation and commentary of contracts for high-voltage overhead line projects
- End-to-end contract management across the entire project lifecycle in collaboration with project management and the relevant specialist departments
- Development of project- and supplier-specific claim strategies in coordination with the Head of Contract Management and executive/project management
- Management and operational implementation of measures to pursue or defend against claims for additional compensation, as well as handling scope changes and disruptions to construction schedules
- Support in schedule, cost and performance control
- Evaluation of opportunities and risks based on contract analysis and project progress
- Support in developing processes and in further developing existing processes and strategies in claim management
- Operational interface between specialist departments, project teams, stakeholders and the Head of Contract Management
- Compliance with and application of applicable standards and regulations for occupational health and safety, accident prevention, environmental protection and data privacy
Requirements
- Degree in engineering, law or business administration, or an equivalent qualification
- Initial professional experience (approx. 2 years or more) in contract and claim management on large construction projects, ideally in the infrastructure or renewable energy sectors
- Strong knowledge of the underlying regulatory frameworks (VOB, HOAI, etc.)
- Advanced contractual, commercial and technical expertise
- Structured, reliable and analytical way of working
- Proactive and communicative personality with a solution-oriented approach
- Business-fluent German
- Driving license class B
- Willingness to travel (as required for project assignments)
Benefits
- Excellent career and earning opportunities
- Challenging responsibilities
- Significant responsibility
- Targeted talent development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
contract managementclaim managementproject lifecycle managementrisk evaluationcost controlperformance controlprocess developmentcontract analysisregulatory frameworkstechnical expertise
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproactive personalitycommunication skillssolution-oriented approachstructured working stylereliabilitycollaborationstakeholder managementorganizational skillsinterpersonal skills
Certifications
degree in engineeringdegree in lawdegree in business administration