Contract Manager Osv - Gorinchem, Nederland - Damen Offshore Specialized Vessels

Beschrijving

• As Damen Offshore & Specialized Vessels we design and deliver maritime projects for various markets like Defense & Security, Public transport, Offshore and Dredging.
• Our projects are Engineered to Order (ETO). Which means we are involved throughout the project, from the commercial phase and building strategy, until commissioning, delivery and warranty. This makes our work very challenging because the environment is complex and we have a lot of stakeholders.
• We work in close cooperation with various internal departments, (sub)contractors, teams on the shipyard and of course the client and her representatives.
• We do this with an international team of 'cando' people that are developing new and innovative technologies and ways to support customers and push for a more sustainable maritime industry.

• As our Contract Manager OSV you will be an integral part of the project team at both the precontract and execution phase of large and complex, shipbuilding projects. These will mainly be ETOprojects and you will be actively involved in the entire process for bids and tenders at the prime and subcontract level and with all relevant stakeholders.
• This specific role is looking at contracts in our Specialized vessels activities. Therefore you need to be knowledgeable on AWES, FIDIC and BIMCO contracts and their characteristics.
• You will be implementing prime & subcontract management procedures consistent with our company policies and guidelines. In addition, you will provide contractual support and guidance to all project team members and you will oversee all contractual administration of prime and subcontracts throughout the contract life cycle.
• In order to stay on top of procedures and developments and to support onsite project teams in assessing and/or validating entitlement and quantification and timely resolution of claims, you need to have the ability and willingness to travel abroad.

• Managing and overseeing all contractual aspects of commercial bids, tenders, contract life cycle processes and evaluations with the relevant stakeholders;
• With the project team, identifying the contract baseline, including terms and conditions, specifications, drawings, estimates, proposals, schedules and other documents incorporated in the sub and prime contracts;
• Participating in project related meetings, working closely with project functions to identify opportunities for revenue enhancement and/or schedule relief;
• Preparing change orders to the Prime Contract and support/conduct negotiations;
• See to it that project and contract records are well kept, documented and secured by the project team;
• Managing the handling of the prime and sub contract closeout requirements;
• Ensuring that the project team members acquire the desired level of contractual awareness and ensure continued development in all aspects of contract management.

• A Bachelor or Master degree in Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, Project Management, Cost Engineering or a similar field;
• 7 to 10 years of demonstrable and thorough experience in contract law and the drafting of administration and negotiation of change orders, pricing, notices, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling in the shipbuilding and/or offshore EPC industry;
• Working knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, project management methodology, applicable governmental and commercial regulations and practices, contract procedures and work practices;
• Demonstrable exposure to the key contracting and commercial concepts in relation to contract, project and commercial risk management with specific emphasis on operational project execution activities in a commercial environment;
• Extensive practical and working knowledge of contract changes and close out;
• Extensive experience in preparation and monitoring of contracts;
• Excellent professional communication skills in English and preferably Dutch;
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy and the ability to work under pressure;
• A high level of customerorientation.

• At Damen we realize that supporting and managing many talented individuals is of great essence. We understand that the key to success is to find the right person for the right job. That is why we continuously invest in your development.

• A dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation;
• A matching salary;
• At least 40 days of annual leave;
• Possibility of lease car;
• Profit sharing & pension allowance;
• A continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy;
• An active social environment such as events and sports.