DEME is a world leader in the highly specialized fields of dredging, marine engineering and environmental remediation. DEME can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, being a front runner in innovation and new technologies.
While the company's roots are in Belgium, DEME has built a strong presence in all of the world's seas and continents, operating in more than 90 countries worldwide.
In an operational environment with an involvement in complex contract structures, with high expectations from clients and with increasing regulatory restrictions from authorities, DEME is looking for a Contract Manager to strengthen its Contract Management Division.
As a Contract Manager, you will provide support on a project-related basis and from a contractual-technical perspective, in executing the contracts DEME has entered into with clients or main contractors and the subcontracts and supply agreements thereunder.Your responsibilities
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You will be the go-to person for all contractual matters during the life of the project.
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You will proactively monitor contractual rights and obligations under the contract and/or subcontract(s).
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You will ensure that any contractual entitlements are timely and duly notified to the proper party in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract and/or subcontract(s).
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You will establish clear and direct communication lines with all internal and external stakeholders.
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More specifically, you will provide support to the Project, to and under the direction of the Project Manager, which includes the following tasks and responsibilities: 1. Developing, drafting and implementing a contract management plan; 2. Contract compliance; 3. Subcontractor management; 4. Site-related communication; 5. Assistance to invoicing process; 6. Variation initiation and management; 7. Claims management; 8. Stakeholder management; 9. Document management.
Your profile
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You have obtained a Master in Laws, Economics or Engineering.
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You have 5 years’ experience in the field of contract management, preferably within the fields of expertise of DEME. Knowledge of NEC, FIDIC, BIMCO and LOGIC model contracts is considered essential.
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You are fluent in English. All other languages are considered an asset.
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You have excellent analytical skills and written communication is one of your strong points.
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You have a hands-on mentality and are very business minded.
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You are a team player, yet you are able to work independently and duly manage your workload and priorities.
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You have strong communication and relational skills.
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You are open-minded, flexible and stress resistant.
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You are willing to work at our head office in Belgium and/or on international assignments.
Our offer
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An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
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A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
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A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
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A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.
What We Do
DEME (Euronext Brussels: DEME) is a leading contractor in the fields of offshore energy, dredging & infra, environmental remediation, trenching and marine infrastructure. DEME also engages in concessions activities in offshore wind, marine infrastructure, green hydrogen, and deep-sea mineral harvesting. The company can build on almost 150 years of experience and is a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, the reduction of emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of mineral resources. DEME can rely on more than 5,300 highly skilled professionals and operates one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets in the world. DEME realised a turnover of 3,285 million euro with an EBITDA of 596 million euro in 2023
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