Lead Contract Manager General Contractor

NRG PALLAS is seeking a Lead Contract Manager General Contractor. As Lead Contract Manager you will manage the framework agreement with the General Contractor for construction of the Reactor Project, overseeing multiple NEC4 ECC Type contracts for the nuclear island and off-plot scope. You will lead a team of NEC4 specialist contract managers and be accountable for the overall contractual performance of the General Contractor.

• Start date: 15-01-2027
• 24 hours per week
• End date: 15-01-2028
• Hourly rate: €; no maximum hourly rate
• Location: Petten
• Freelance

Key Responsibilities

• Train contract managers of the NEC4 contracts in proper contract management
• Manage KPIs of the contract team for the General Contractor
• Manage project requirements derived from the framework agreement
• Prepare and close new NEC4 ECC Type C contracts with the General Contractor
• Manage contractual interfaces between multiple construction contracts
• Supervise procurement and contracting strategy of the General Contractor
• Supervise subcontractors of the General Contractor in the NEC4 contracts
• Supervise procurement process in NEC4 contracts
• Apply Material Project Agreements with the Ministry on behalf of the credit agreement
• Apply the payment process with the General Contractor
• Manage contractual provisions under NEC4 contracts
• Manage escalations to the Management Board in construction contracts
• Support the Dispute Avoidance Board in dispute resolution

Candidate Profile

Essential

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration, or recognised equivalent
• At least 10 years' experience in contract management in infrastructure projects or the nuclear industry
• At least 5 years' experience in preparation, managing and closing of NEC4 ECC Type C contracts and subcontracts
• At least 5 years' experience in management of contract and procurement teams
• Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 19443

Other Requirements

• Travel to Petten will be required; main office location is Petten
• VGB-B security screening is required
• Fluency in English (required); Dutch language skills are an advantage

Work Arrangement

Main office location is Petten and it is desirable to be at the office during work hours.

Additional Requirements

• Experience in a highly regulated environment – At least 10 years of experience in major capital projects/highly regulated environment (e.g. nuclear, infrastructure, or industrial projects)
• A motivation letter is required for this assignment and will contribute to the final assessment. The letter will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined below:
• Extensive contract management experience: At least 10 years of experience in major infrastructure projects or the nuclear industry.
• NEC4 ECC Option C expertise: Demonstrable experience in the preparation, management and close-out of NEC4 ECC Option C contracts and subcontracts.
• Leadership experience: At least 5 years of experience leading and developing contract management and procurement teams.
• Strategic contract management: Experience in monitoring contractual performance, KPIs, risks, changes and financial commitments.
• Complex contractual interfaces: Experience coordinating multiple construction contracts and managing escalations and disputes.
• Procurement and supply chain management: Experience in procurement strategies, procurement processes, and overseeing main contractors and subcontractors.
• Financial and contractual processes: Knowledge of payment processes, contractual obligations and project financing agreements.
• Quality and compliance: Experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 19443, preferably in a complex or nuclear project environment.
• Communication and stakeholder management: The ability to coach contract managers and engage effectively with the General Contractor, project leadership and management board.
• Key consideration: The motivation letter should provide concrete examples demonstrating that the candidate combines strong NEC4 contract management expertise with the leadership skills required to manage a team and oversee the overall contractual performance of a major contractor at project level
• Does the candidate have Dutch language skills. Evaluation will be based on the information in the CV