Overview
PM Group Benelux has a requirement for a Sr Contracts Manager who will lead contract management strategy for a major hyperscale data center facility, overseeing all contractual obligations, compliance, and risk management across multiple contractor relationships.
Who we are?
PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners. We are a leading international engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm with a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US. We have a multi-discipline team delivering complex, capital projects in the life sciences, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and food and beverage sectors.
Our Vision is to be a highly valued and creative delivery partner, building a more sustainable world with our clients. To do this our people are key and is where you can play a part. We are continually looking for experienced professionals to join our team.
Responsibilities
1. Manage main construction, MEP, and specialist technology contracts
2. Oversee contract compliance and performance monitoring
3. Lead contract negotiations, amendments, and extensions
4. Manage contractual risk identification and mitigation strategies
5. Handle dispute resolution, claims administration, and legal issues
6. Coordinate with legal counsel on complex contractual matters
7. Ensure adherence to contract terms, conditions, and deliverables
8. Support procurement processes and contract award procedures
9. Manage insurance, bonding, and warranty requirements
10. Lead contractor prequalification and due diligence activities
11. Prepare contract reports and performance dashboards
12. Interface with client legal teams and senior stakeholders
Qualifications
13. 8+ years contracts management in major construction/infrastructure
14. Quantity Surveying background with RICS or similar
15. Strog knowledge of construction law and contract types (FIDIC, NEC, JCT)
16. Experience managing complex multi-contractor environments
17. Background in data center or mission-critical projects preferred
18. Strong understanding of construction insurance and bonding
19. Dispute resolution and litigation support experience
20. Data center construction and technology systems knowledge
21. Advanced contract drafting and negotiation abilities
22. Risk management and legal compliance expertise
23. Fluent English; local language skills beneficial
24. Strong analytical and stakeholder management capabilities