Contract Manager

As a Contract Manager, you are the key person ensuring alignment between contracts, clients, our teams, and their projects. Your contribution is essential to the success of our teams, and you have a significant impact on our projects and client relationships. At Equans, we don't just build systems – we build trust, and you are at the heart of that.

Your work location: Aartselaar & Braine-l'Alleud, with regular travel to project sites for on-site follow-up and coordination

• analyse, advise, and monitor contractual obligations for various projects together with the project managers
• act as the link between the Fire, Safety, Audiovisual & Mobility divisions and the central Contract Management department of Equans Belux
• be involved from the tender phase through execution and completion
• support teams in interpreting contract clauses, SLAs, and change orders
• assist the tender team in analysing contractual risks (planning, technical, financial) and prepare input for our risk selection committees
• assist project managers in managing contracts with clients, consortia, subcontractors, and suppliers
• coordinate negotiations and compile claim files in collaboration with Legal
• monitor and prioritise contractual risks and opportunities, and advise on mitigation or commercialisation
• contribute to improving internal processes and tools for contract follow-up

• a master's degree in engineering, business administration, or law (or equivalent through experience)
• at least 5 years of experience in contract management, project control, or project management within industrial or infrastructure projects (experience with DBFM is a plus)
• experience with complex partnership structures and subcontractor management
• thorough knowledge of public procurement legislation
• excellent command of Dutch and good knowledge of French and English

Your strengths that make the difference

• proactive relationship management; assertive and persuasive in negotiations
• strong analytical skills and the ability to accurately assess risks
• solution-oriented and client-focused mindset
• systematic approach and excellent organisational skills
• clear and nuanced communication style, both written and verbal

At Equans, you find an exciting career within a stable and financially sound company. You work on challenging, diverse projects and assist our clients with today's three major transitions: the energy transition, the industrial transition, and the digital transition.

You have the opportunity to discover cutting-edge technologies and further develop your skills.

Joining Equans is more than that You also get:

• a competitive salary in line with your education and experience
• interesting training and career opportunities
• group-, hospitalization insurance
• meal vouchers
• concessionary travel, lease car (with fuel card)
• additional paid leave
• discounts through (culture, sports, travel, and more)

Add to that the contagious warm atmosphere at Equans, and what are you waiting for?

We are looking forward to meeting you