MidFull TimeEN
THE TEAM
At JSM Group, our Power Division plays a critical role in delivering complex Infrastructure projects.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Contract Manager to support our Medium-sized Infrastructure Projects (installation of high-voltage cable systems and substations) across Germany. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction contract management, with proven knowledge of German construction law, procurement practices, and regulatory compliance.
SCOPE OF ROLE
Reporting to the Managing Director of JSM GmbH, you will be responsible for managing contract negotiations, compliance, administration, and risk mitigation to ensure successful project delivery from a commercial and legal perspective.
This is a hybrid role that requires a presence in our German office to manage teams, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement
HOW YOU`LL SUCCEED
✔ Manage the full contract lifecycle for infrastructure and construction projects, including drafting, negotiation, execution, compliance, and close-out.
✔ Draft and review construction and supplier contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and service agreements in both German and English.
✔ Lead and manage contract negotiations with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and third parties, ensuring fair and balanced commercial terms.
✔ Identify and manage contractual risks and opportunities, including claims management, dispute resolution, and contract amendments.
✔ Stay current with updates to German construction law and regulations, advising internal stakeholders on potential impacts to project delivery or contracts.
✔ Support project close-out processes, including final account agreements and contractual finalisation.
WHAT IT TAKES
✔ Manage the full contract lifecycle for infrastructure and construction projects, including drafting, negotiation, execution, compliance, and close-out.
✔ Draft and review construction and supplier contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and service agreements in both German and English.
✔ Lead and manage contract negotiations with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and third parties, ensuring fair and balanced commercial terms.
✔ Identify and manage contractual risks and opportunities, including claims management, dispute resolution, and contract amendments.
✔ Stay current with updates to German construction law and regulations, advising internal stakeholders on potential impacts to project delivery or contracts.
✔ Support project close-out processes, including final account agreements and contractual finalisation.
Qualifications:
📜 Bachelor’s degree in Law, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related field.
📜 Strong English and German language skills, both written and spoken (minimum B2 Level)
📜 Proficient in AI software (like Co-Pilot)
📜 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
📜 Competent in incident investigation, reporting, and data analysis
OUR VISION
To be an employer of choice
To be the most trusted utility infrastructure services provider
To safely deliver sustainably efficient utility networks
OUR VALUES
Integrity, Respect, Continuous Improvement, Responsibility, Diversity and Inclusiveness, Unity
Equal Opportunity Statement
JSM Group Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people’s differences, and to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual’s abilities, skills, performance and behaviour and our business requirements. JSM Group operates a zero-tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.
