Contract Manager Fluent German
Pubblicato il 17-08-2026 - Altro in Milano
Confidential - international cable manufacturer (Transmission BU)
Location
Germany (various sites) - Milan, Italy also considered
Contract
Permanent | Office + Hybrid
Seniority
Intermediate (3-5 years)
Start
Q3 2026 (target)
Languages
Fluent German and English (mandatory)
The opportunity
Join the Transmission Business Unit of a leading international cable manufacturer delivering complex HVDC and HVAC EPC projects across Europe. The portfolio covers grid interconnection, offshore wind export systems and major utility programmes with multi-hundred-million euro contract values and tight delivery timelines. As Contract Manager, you will safeguard the company's contractual position throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with Project Directors, Procurement, Legal and Finance to manage change, claims and compliance across an active portfolio.
What you will do
Manage EPC contracts through execution and warranty phases (amendments, variations, renewals)
Lead change orders, claims, back charges and penalty‐related matters end‐to‐end
Advise project teams on FIDIC / NEC contractual obligations, risks and entitlements
Track milestones, notices and contractual deadlines to maintain full compliance
Drive contract close‐out, certificates, acceptances and documentation packages
What you bring
3 to 5 years' experience as Contract Manager, Legal Counsel or equivalent project‐driven role
Track record in EPC contract negotiation, amendments, claims and change management
Working knowledge of FIDIC and / or NEC contract suites
Experience in energy, infrastructure or construction (HVDC / HVAC / submarine cable a strong plus)
Fluent German and English (mandatory). Italian a plus.
What we offer
Competitive package based on experience. Hybrid working with travel to European project sites. Direct exposure to flagship HVDC and offshore wind transmission programmes shaping the European grid. Career path within a top‐tier industrial group's Transmission BU.
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