Contracts Manager

**Specialist** | **Full-Time**  | **Legal**

Vestas is one of the world’s most renowned sustainable companies. Vestas Australia have achieved massive projects in the past few years and continues to do so. Come be a part of this growing family and help build a sustainable future.

As Senior Contract Manager, you will be part of Vestas' Project Management team in Onshore (and Offshore) Construction which comprises a team of highly motivated colleagues, primarily responsible for project execution including installation and commissioning of offshore wind turbines. Although this is our primary focus, our team also supports the rest of Vestas' value chain with our knowledge of construction projects. You will manage a team of contracts managers and contract administrators and report to the Regional Head Contract, Cost & Bid Management - APAC region.

Region APC>Construction & Operation APAC>Contract and Bid Management

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop variation and claim strategies
• Develop, review and negotiate variations and cost/time claims
• Prepare and develop strategies to respond to claims and variations
• Manage securities and insurances along with insurance claims
• Drafting/reviewing contractual correspondence
• Reviewing payment claim submissions
• Develop and review subcontract packages in collaboration with Procurement
• Attend project meetings
• Drive the lessons learned process to improve Vestas' position on projects under negotiation and to further develop contract administration process and procedures
• Manage external consultants when engaged for contractual assistance
• Active participation in dispute avoidance/resolution strategies

Qualifications

• Minimum degree qualified in technical, legal or financial field
• Experience of or qualifications in Contract Law
• 8+ years of experience managing contracts within construction, preferably including large scale EPC within energy
• Wind industry experience

Competencies

• You are an independent self-starter who pays high attention to detail and can work in a time-sensitive situation meeting tight deadlines.
• You have an accurate and rigid approach to applying contractual mechanisms and procedures, and you have a perceptive approach to problem-solving.
• Have previous and extensive contract management and commercial experience and managing teams of specialists
• Claims management and project risk management experience
• Experience from renewable energy or construction or engineering industries will be highly regarded
• Skilled the user of Microsoft Office programs

Additional information

•   All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.

•    Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.

Our Benefits

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexible workplace arrangements
• 18 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.