Senior Contract & Claim Manager

Create a better tomorrow with us.

We are looking for a Senior Contract& Claim Manager, committed to Smart Infrastructure business, tobe hired with a permanent contract in Milan.

Siemens is a focused technology company,pioneering intelligent solutions that transform the every day in manufacturing,grids, buildings, and transportation. Our technology addresses real problemsthat affect the future of humanity.

You love to create an impact? From Day 1you are empowered to make a difference for a better tomorrow with your fullpotential and creativity.

Your Challenge

As Senior Contract & Claim Manageryour mission you will take full responsibility of financial risk evaluation andcontract drafting and negotiation, as well as management of project contractclaims (Claim Management). You will ensure timely and efficient management ofcontract process, starting with financial risk analysis and evaluation untilcontract closure and upon fulfillment of all contractual obligations, involvingthe Legal Department when appropriate.

Your mainactivities will be:

. Being Key focal point and owner for allactivities carried out within the contract package

• Manage all day to day commercial and contractual issues and of claims to Client, Contractors and from Suppliers
• Ensure mitigation of risks
• Collaborate with Contract and Planning Manager of Client
• Assist in the resolution of supplier technical queries and technical review/comment of deliverables
• Determination as to whether a change shall be considered as a Variation preparing the drafting of claims and financial aspect of the Variation Negotiation with Commercial
• Gathering the vital documentation for a claim Extension of Time or for the initial technical proposal
• Liaise with schedulers in view of gathering the appropriate argumentation for an Extension of Time claim
• Provide clear contractual analysis and advice to project team on matters concerning contractual obligations, contract risk, and claim management in collaboration with Legal Department.
• Review incoming correspondence prior to issue to the client, and draft official correspondence.
• Supervise claim-relevant events within project execution
• Keep claim-relevant records, and establish and conduct claim tracking and reporting
• Compile claim documentation / claim defense documentation
• Provide support to the Project Managers and Financial Project Manager for contractual issues and to Procurement Department in negotiation of Subcontracts and Purchase Orders.
• Collaboration in preparation of Project Completion Report and summarizing lessons learnt for feedback to the organization relevant to Contract Administration
• Provide support for LOA (Limit of Authority) process implementation

To be a perfect fit for this role, youwould already have:

• Validated experience in contracting and subcontracting experience (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumb and Civil contracts)
• Experience in project execution including site activities and of risk appraisal and claims management for projects
• Knowledge of Italian Commercial, Civil and Public Procurement law principles gained in Italian Multinationals or Multinational Branches based in Italy.
• Knowledge of general contractual standards
• Strong understanding of the risks of the contract(s) and the potential legal and financial consequences associated therewith.
• Education background in Management Engineering
• Analytical skills and Use of independent judgment and creativity in resolution of contract/ claim issues
• Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills.
• Passion to never-stop growing
• Respect and appreciation of each person’s uniqueness, willingness to co create and share knowledge
• Proficiency in English and Italian
• Eligibility to work in Italy

What we offer

• Flexibility: trustful environment with an inclusive and flexible way of working driven by results,; hybrid and remote working enabled by innovative tools and devices, personal computer and smartphone; wi-fi connection reimbursement.
• Welfare: flexible welfare programs and health insurance extendable to your family; professional and extraprofessional accident insurance; free on-site lunch options.
• Never stop growing: plenty opportunities for continuous and individual learning journeys
• An inclusive team culture where you can be yourself

Join us and be yourself. Inclusion isour ambition!

Siemens is an equal opportunity employer,offering a safe and inclusive work environment, based on mutual respect and theappreciation of uniqueness, guaranteeing equal employment opportunities to allqualified candidates to unleash their full potential.

Address to us your desired workingconditions/ environment. Typically, this kind of position is full-time, howeverplease feel free to ask for a more flexible arrangement if that suits better toyou.

For more details about Siemens Italiaplease go to: www.siemens.it

Our recruiting team is looking forward togetting to know you!

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