About the role

Contract & Claim Manager managing contract analysis and claim strategies for high-voltage projects at VINCI Energies in Köln. Responsible for supporting project teams and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Independent analysis, evaluation and commentary of contracts for high-voltage overhead line projects.
Comprehensive contract management across the entire project lifecycle in collaboration with project management and the relevant departments.
Development of project- and supplier-specific claim strategies in coordination with the Head of Contract Management and company/project management.
Steering and operational implementation of measures to assert or defend contractual change claims (variation/claim management), as well as handling scope changes and construction schedule disruptions.
Support in schedule, cost and performance control. Evaluation of opportunities and risks based on contract analysis and project progress.
Support in developing processes, as well as further developing existing processes and strategies in claim management.
Operational interface between departments, project teams, stakeholders and the Head of Contract Management.
Compliance with and application of relevant standards and regulations for occupational health and safety, accident prevention, environmental protection and data privacy.
Adherence to VINCI Energies' core values and principles.

Degree in engineering, law or business administration, or an equivalent qualification.
Initial professional experience (approx. 2 years or more) in contract and claim management on large-scale construction projects, ideally in infrastructure or renewable energy.
Strong knowledge of the applicable regulatory frameworks (VOB, HOAI, etc.).
Advanced contractual, commercial and technical knowledge.
Structured, reliable and analytical working style.
Proactive and communicative personality with a solution-oriented approach.
Fluent German, including negotiation-level proficiency.
Driving licence (Category B).
Willingness to travel (as required for project assignments).

Permanent employment contract with long-term prospects and collective agreement-based compensation including a bonus payment.
30 days of vacation per year, 38.5-hour workweek for a balanced work–life balance, and the option to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
Support for work–family balance with a childcare allowance (€50 for the first child, €25 for each additional child), special leave for birth or adoption for the second parent, and free online tutoring for children (grades 5–13).
Health and prevention are a focus. We offer an eyewear subsidy, EGYM Wellpass, bike leasing, and a company pension plan to support you sustainably.
Employee discounts via Corporate Benefits, “Professionals recommend professionals” referral program (up to €3,000 bonus for a successful referral), and time credit/value accounts.
Opportunity to participate in the company’s share program “Castor” and thus directly share in the company’s success.
Comprehensive training and qualification opportunities through the in‑house Vinci Academy, as well as development prospects within an international group.
A shared corporate culture based on our core values: trust, autonomy, responsibility, entrepreneurship and solidarity.