Contract Manager Madrid
Vestas · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
- On site
- Full-time
- €70,000 / year
- Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Job highlights
- Manage daily contract execution for wind farm construction.
- Oversee subcontractor relationships and compliance on-site.
- Analyze contracts and resolve execution incidents.
- Handle contractual notices and formal communications.
- Support Project Managers in operational contract needs.
About the role
Contract Manager
Vestas is seeking a Contract Manager to join the Customer Project Execution (CPX) department in the MED region, based in Madrid. This role focuses on the operational and execution aspects of wind farm construction, ensuring contract compliance with subcontractors and supporting customer contracts during peak times. It is an execution-driven position, not a legal or strategic negotiation role.
Responsibilities
- Support the Project Manager in daily contract execution to ensure construction milestones are met.
- Manage operational relationships with subcontractors for crane services, wind turbine assembly, and electrical/mechanical installations.
- Conduct technical and contractual analysis of contract annexes to resolve execution incidents promptly.
- Draft and manage contractual notices, subcontractor response letters, and other formal communications to protect company interests.
- Supervise subcontractors' adherence to contractual obligations on-site to prevent cost overruns or schedule delays.
- Prepare documentation for claims management related to extra costs or extensions of time (EoT).
- Monitor compliance documentation and internal approvals to ensure execution aligns with company standards.
- Report on project outcomes to identify opportunities for future contract optimization.
Qualifications And Competencies
- Academic background in Engineering, Law, or related fields, with experience bridging technical and legal aspects of construction projects.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Contract Management or operational contract oversight in renewable energy or large-scale infrastructure.
- Practical knowledge of managing heavy-lift subcontractors (cranes) and installation/assembly teams.
- Previous experience with wind sector subcontractors serving major OEMs; knowledge of Vestas' internal processes is a plus.
- Execution-oriented mindset focused on resolving operational issues.
- Advanced proficiency in English (written and spoken).
- Ability to meet tight deadlines in dynamic construction environments and manage peak workloads.
- Availability to reside in Madrid and undertake occasional travel to project sites.
What We Offer
- A stable and meaningful role within Vestas' Customer Project Execution department.
- Salary aligned with market rates.
- Life insurance and health insurance.
- Meal allowance (dietas).
- Hybrid work model based in Madrid, Spain.
Key skills/competency
- Contract Management
- Project Execution
- Subcontractor Management
- Construction Compliance
- Risk Management
- Claims Management
- Engineering Law
- Renewable Energy Sector
- Stakeholder Communication
- Problem-Solving
Skills & topics
- Contract Manager
- Project Execution
- Subcontractor Management
- Wind Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Construction Management
- Operations Management
- Legal Contracts
- Engineering
- Madrid Jobs
- Vestas Careers
- Hybrid Work
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years in contract management, renewable energy, and subcontractor oversight.
- Showcase relevant experience: Emphasize your background with heavy-lift subcontractors and installation teams.
- Demonstrate English proficiency: Mention your advanced written and spoken English skills for international projects.
- Address qualifications: Clearly state your engineering or law background and operational contract execution focus.
- Express location availability: Confirm your willingness to reside in Madrid and travel as needed.
Technical preparation
Review contract analysis principles.,Study subcontractor agreement structures.,Understand construction project timelines.,Familiarize with claims documentation.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling subcontractor disputes.,How do you ensure compliance under pressure?,Tell about managing multiple priorities.,How do you communicate contractual issues?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Contract Manager role at Vestas in Madrid?
- The Contract Manager role at Vestas in Madrid is primarily focused on the operational execution of wind farm construction projects. This involves ensuring subcontractors comply with contracts daily and supporting project managers with customer contracts during busy periods. It is an execution-driven role rather than a strategic negotiation or legal advisory position.
- What specific types of subcontractors will the Contract Manager work with at Vestas?
- The Contract Manager will manage operational relationships with subcontractors specializing in crane services, wind turbine assembly, and electrical/mechanical installations for wind farm construction projects.
- What is the required experience for the Contract Manager position at Vestas?
- Vestas requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in Contract Management or operational contract oversight, ideally within the renewable energy or large-scale infrastructure sectors. Practical experience managing heavy-lift subcontractors and installation teams is also essential.
- Does Vestas offer flexibility in terms of work arrangement for the Contract Manager role?
- Yes, Vestas offers a hybrid work model for the Contract Manager position based in Madrid, Spain, allowing for a balance between working from home and in the office.
- What are the key qualifications for the Contract Manager role at Vestas?
- Key qualifications include an academic background in Engineering, Law, or a related field, at least 5 years of contract management experience in relevant sectors, practical knowledge of managing heavy-lift subcontractors, advanced English proficiency, and an execution-oriented mindset.
- Is prior experience with Vestas' internal processes necessary for this Contract Manager job?
- While not strictly required, previous experience working for wind sector subcontractors that have provided services to major OEMs, and particularly knowledge of Vestas' internal processes, is highly valued for this Contract Manager position.
- What benefits does Vestas offer to the Contract Manager?
- Vestas offers a competitive salary aligned with market rates, life insurance, health insurance, and a meal allowance (dietas).
- Will the Contract Manager have to travel for this role?
- Yes, the Contract Manager role requires availability to reside in Madrid and undertake occasional travel to project sites as needed during the execution phase of wind farm construction.