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Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?
We are now looking for a Contract Manager or Senior Contract Manager to join our Engine Power Plant Contract Management team of eight professionals around the world working for a better future. The preferred location for the position is Vaasa, Finland, but other office locations in Finland are also an option. The work sometimes requires travelling to possible site locations and offices globally.
What you will be doing:
In this position, your work will include supporting the Engine Power Plant business unit in requirement management, contract drafting and negotiations, claims and change management. On a typical day, you might start with contract negotiations with our customers and end the day with coaching our project management or site management team in local regulations or commercial contract clauses. Even though the work requires a high level of independence, you will not be working alone, as you will have support from our project teams, local organisations and our international team of Contract Managers.
For us to be the best match, we expect you to have an understanding of the energy business and lengthy experience working with the construction industry and supply chains. As an ideal candidate, you have a good understanding of the legal requirements and framework applied in the Energy business, construction industry and contracts while also understanding technical requirements and processes. Ideally, you would have a university degree in either Engineering or Law and further professional achievements and work experience in contract management and/or project management.
As Contract Manager / Senior Contract Manager, your work will focus on these responsibilities:
- Leading the contract implementation by ensuring contract compliance and active change and claim management
- Systematic requirement management by using digital tools
- Identification and management of local legislation and regulations relating to projects
- Identifying possible contractual risks and mitigating/managing them through the project lifecycle
- Drafting and negotiating subcontracts
- Drafting and managing contractual letters, notifications and claims
- Systematic change management
- Co-operating with and supporting project scheduling and planning
- Coaching the project team and wider organisation in contract management
To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:
- University degree in Engineering and/or Law
- Considerable work experience in construction or energy business project management, contract management or legal services
- Fluency in English and Finnish languages. All other languages are considered beneficial.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and willingness to work in a multicultural matrix organisation
- Strong basic knowledge of legislation, regulations and contract law
- Entrepreneurial and proactive way of working
- Readiness and ability to travel within Finland and globally and occasionally work outside of regular office hours
Why you and us?
We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?
Contact & next steps:
We hope to hear from you before the application deadline of 27.02.2024 by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process all the way.
Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified?
Please reach out to General Manager Eeva Lindholm through email (eeva.lindholm@wartsila.com) with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants; applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).
Last application date: 27/02/2024
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. The country's legislation is followed when a person is located outside of Finland.
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Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,000 professionals, in more than 200 locations in 68 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.
