Contract Manager Construction Projects Wallonia

Your Work Context

Are you an experienced operational professional with a strong affinity for contract management within complex construction projects? Do you have experience with claims, variations and negotiations in large and complex projects? At Jan De Nul Group, you will have the opportunity to take on a key role in the further development of our Contract Management team.

Your Work Context

Are you an experienced operational professional with a strong affinity for contract management within complex construction projects? Do you have experience with claims, variations and negotiations in large and complex projects? At Jan De Nul Group, you will have the opportunity to take on a key role in the further development of our Contract Management team. From innovative infrastructure projects to complex building projects, Jan De Nul Group delivers challenging projects in which technology, organisation and contractual management go hand in hand. Due to the increasing complexity of our project portfolio and the growing contractual challenges within our projects, we are strengthening our internal expertise in contract management.

In this role, you will be part of a specialised Contract Management team that acts as a bridge between project management, the Legal department and operational teams. You will support project teams in managing contractual risks correctly and contribute to a structured and consistent approach to claims, variations and contractual follow-up.

You will work on complex construction and infrastructure projects across Wallonia and collaborate closely with the operational teams on site. Depending on the project and project phase, you may be involved from the preparation stage through execution and completion.

For this role, we are looking for a strong French-speaking professional who can integrate smoothly into our project and site teams in Wallonia.

Your Role

As Contract Manager, you support project teams with all contractual aspects throughout the entire project lifecycle. You translate operational and technical issues into a legal and contractual context and help develop strategies to safeguard Jan De Nul Group's interests.

You work closely with project management, site teams, the internal Legal department and external partners. You take an active role in building strong contractual files, preparing negotiations and following up on complex claims and disputes.

Within our projects in Wallonia, you contribute to the contractual follow-up and support of the project teams. You are closely involved in the day-to-day project activities and support the operational teams in correctly managing contractual risks, changes and disruptions throughout the project.

The role combines technical, legal and financial insights and requires strong communication skills, analytical ability and a pragmatic approach.

• Supporting project teams with contractual matters during project execution.
• Preparing, analysing and substantiating claims, variations and notifications related to disruptions or changes.
• Developing contractual strategies in consultation with project management and the Legal department.
• Supporting negotiations with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Building and managing legally substantiated project files.
• Ensuring correct and timely contractual communication and compliance with notification requirements.
• Identifying contractual risks and advising site teams on possible mitigation measures.
• Acting as the link between project teams, the internal Legal department and external lawyers in the event of disputes or legal proceedings.
• Contributing to the further development, knowledge sharing and standardisation of Contract Management within Jan De Nul Group.
• Supporting project teams in developing the appropriate contractual awareness in their day-to-day project management.
• Being actively present on our projects across Wallonia and working closely with the operational teams on site.

What do you need?

You hold a Master's degree in Business Engineering, Civil Engineering or Industrial Engineering and combine a strong operational background with an affinity for contract management within complex construction projects.

You understand the realities of project execution and site management and know how to translate operational challenges into a contractual and strategic approach.

In addition, you have:

• At least 10 years of relevant experience within complex construction, infrastructure or Design & Build projects.
• Experience in contract management, claims, variations and negotiations.
• A strong affinity with construction law and contractual risk analysis.
• A pragmatic, communicative and solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent command of F