Senior Commercial Manager

Business Area Wind is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind, as well as other non-hydro renewable initiatives like PV/Solar and batteries. We currently develop, construct and operate wind generation assets across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. In addition, we have a clear strategy to develop our solar PV and battery operations further.

The Contract Management department within the Project Delivery and Engineering function of BU Offshore Wind in Vattenfall is responsible for overseeing contract execution of all our major CAPEX supply agreements for our offshore wind projects. The department works closely with our procurement functions to support contract drafting and negotiations during tendering processes, and thereafter to take contract ownership. In addition, the department is responsible for claims management.

Your responsibilities

• Proactively manage contracts to ensure full alignment of the project team in meeting contractual obligations of both parties, as well as commercial alignment of work progress with the defined project budget.
• Lead package in variation requests and/or notices from a contractor, interfacing with the package manager, CPM, procurement, and legal.
• Ensure that contractual variations, changes, or claims regarding the scope of delivery and services, prices, timeline, or other contractual agreements are enforced and kept up-to-date.
• Monitor and report contract performance to the project and package management team. In cooperation with the Package Manager, draft claim-related correspondence, such as instructions, determinations, notices, variation orders, and employer’s claims.
• Support early and holistic preparation and documentation of dispute readiness documentation.
• Support the procurement manager, package manager, technical and commercial project manager, and project director with contractual arrangements, management, and award of contracts.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting of package budget.
• Act as deputy of the Package Manager.

Your profile

• Graduate degree in a commercial subject, legal, engineering, or equivalent, with relevant commercial work experience in large-scale project execution.
• Commercial contract management experience gained in complex roles, including joint ventures and/or large capital projects, preferably in offshore wind or similar sectors.
• Extensive knowledge of FIDIC and LOGIC contracts, legal and commercial contract terms.
• Strong commercial contract and negotiation skills.
• Proven track record of delivering capital projects and the ability to interpret contractual and claim management topics.
• Good understanding of construction terminology, progress calculation methods, programmes of work, and project timelines.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to consolidate large amounts of information and present it in a clear and structured format.
• Demonstrable experience of effective interaction with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work in a team and build rapport with a wide range of stakeholders, including contractors, to support information exchange.

Mandatory Trainings/Certificates:

• Project Management: IPMA C/B certificate or equivalent

Our offer

We offer good remuneration, a challenging and international work environment, and the possibility to work with some of the best in the field. You will be working in interdisciplinary teams and can always count on support from committed colleagues. We provide attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• Dynamic Workplace: A diverse environment characterized by team spirit and flexibility.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a growing sector.
• Inclusive Culture: A supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages collaboration.
• Attractive employment conditions: Comprehensive remuneration, flexible working hours and locations, two brand new offices in Hamburg and Berlin, employee health and sport support.

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall and will be performed by a third party, Validata.

We look forward to receiving your application! 😊

Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 20,000 employees. For more than 100 years, we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes, and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We now want to make fossil-free living possible within one generation. To reach this ambitious goal, we are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission.