Contract manager

Job description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Contact Manager to ensure the successful development, implementation and compliance of strategic commercial approaches. Based on contract type ensuring the definition and implementation of Contract Management processes and guidelines in the Region. 

The Contact Manager is also responsible for providing commercial assessment of terms and conditions, risks, and assumptions during the Bid Phase, overseeing major claims preparation and disputes handling in accordance with contract provisions, and managing major variation orders. This role will also oversee the proper implementation of contractual strategy and documentation related to contract closure, extension, or renewal. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person with pioneering spirits, driven by customer satisfaction and company global growth. As member of the global Hitachi Rail group, you will be offer to take part in global projects and to team-up with colleagues from around the world. In Sweden, our employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay and Pension, as well as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

If you are passionate about rail transport and have good knowledge in contract management, we want to hear from you. Hitachi Rail is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

For us, it is important that all competence and skills in the labor market be utilized. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity.



Responsibilities


Ensure the development, implementation, and compliance of appropriate strategic commercial approach, based on contract type (i.e. EPC, FFP, T&M, PPP, etc.).
Ensure the definition of Contract Management processes, procedures, guidelines, forms, and templates in the Region.
Provide commercial assessment of terms and conditions, risks, and assumptions during Bid Phase.
Ensure the development and implementation of a contract management archive (i.e. maintenance of contractual records and documentation, contract correspondence, contractual changes, status reports, tools, etc.).
Monitor and support reporting on all customer, JV/Partner, and sub-contractor contract-related commercial impacts and risks, to or from RSBU.
Identify and monitor key or strategic project contracts to ensure compliance until completion.
Oversee and provide guidance on major claims preparation support and disputes handling in accordance with contract provisions.
Provide timely support to ensure proper negotiation and management of major variation orders to optimize returns.
Ensure the proper implementation of contractual strategy and documentation related to contract closeout, extension, or renewal of agreements. 




Qualifications


A minimum of Degree level in Contract Law, and or Quantity Surveying and or professional institute qualifications Svenska Byggindustrier (SBI) or Föreningen Sveriges Stadsbyggare (FSS)
Experience as a Contract Manager from the industries railway, construction, nuclear, mechanical or electrical
Commercial acumen and the ability to manage contracts and contractual issues
Experience and ability to manage subcontractor accounts, including disputes
Good understanding of Swedish / Danish contract conditions
Fluent in English and Swedish
Be able to travel to and work in Stockholm, Denmark and the Baltic countries


Advantageous
Experience working in large organizations and projects
Working experience outside of Sweden 
Technical background or/and interest
Driver license




About the company
Hitachi Rail STS is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Working with us in Sweden
Solna, Stockholm, is the Hitachi Rail headquarters in Scandinavia. A diverse, inclusive and responsible culture is the root of our company where we consider hiring the right people and treating them well, as key factors of our sustainable success.