Jobdescription
We are seeking a Contract Manager for a full-time
position in Italian Switzerland, with potential for
travel/temporary assignments to other Swiss regions.
The Contract Manager will report
hierarchically to the Project Manager and functionally to the Head
of the Contract Department, collaborating closely with them and
other project functions.
Responsibilities:
Manage all phases of contractual matters for one
or more projects, encompassing both the main contract with the
client and subcontracts with companies and suppliers.
Analyze the main contract to identify risk
profiles and contractual deliverables, defining critical control
points and requirements for subcontracts.
Periodically conduct sessions for project personnel to enhance
their understanding of contractual conditions, particularly the
contractor's rights and obligations.
Set up
and manage contractual procedures and reporting, in line with group
operational models and guidelines. Inform and train the project
team on key contract elements to ensure proper contractual
management.
Handle relevant correspondence
and formal notifications to both clients and subcontractors,
providing support and advice to the Project Manager on contractual
matters.
Coordinate the preparation of
Monthly Statements and manage the active certification process with
the client according to payment procedures.
Coordinate the preparation and valuation of client-requested
variations and variations to be submitted to the client.
Support the procurement office in negotiating
contractual aspects of subcontracts and manage subcontract
contractual matters (payment certifications, change finalization,
claim and dispute management).
Ensure proper maintenance of all contractual documentation and
prepare the Contract Dept. Monthly Report.
Analyze deviations identified by other company functions
(planning, cost control, AFC, etc.), evaluating causes and effects
to determine the existence of claims (variations, reservations)
against the client or subcontractors.
In
collaboration with other functions and the Project Manager,
identify and prepare requests for contract term extensions and
extra cost recognition (claim management), engaging external
consultants as needed, and participating in discussions with the
client.
Coordinate dispute management
according to contractual escalation levels (negotiation, ADR,
arbitration, or ordinary court), supporting involved company
functions and external consultants (lawyers, experts, insurers,
etc.).
Support the final delivery process to
the client and the contract closing phase
Qualifikationen
Requirements:
In-depth
knowledge of Swiss contract law (SIA, KBOB standards) and
international contract law (FIDIC).
Experience in managing international contracts in complex and
technologically relevant contexts.
Experience in managing disputes at all levels with clients,
subcontractors, or third parties.
Understanding of project administration and accounting
aspects.
Degree in Engineering or Law.
At least 5 years of comparable professional
experience, preferably in construction companies.
Fluent in Italian and English. Knowledge of German and French
is a plus.
Proficiency in MS Office
applications (including MS-Project and PowerPoint), ideally with
experience in tender and construction site accounting
applications.
Enthusiasm, flexibility,
teamwork ability, organizational skills, assertiveness, and
communication skills.