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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. Other languages such as Dutch, French, ... 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. You are prepared to work from our Project Offices in Lambersart - Lille and or on expatriate basis (with attractive work / leave schedule) on overseas project sites or in one of our regional offices abroad for extended periods of time .
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.
