Contract & Claim Manager

Keeping the Netherlands energized is our mission. As a Contract & Claim Manager, you ensure that contractual agreements, commercial interests and project outcomes are effectively managed. Together with your team, you will work on complex infrastructure projects that contribute to a reliable and sustainable energy system.

Your profile and background

Experience & Skills* A Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in a legal, technical or commercial discipline.

• Approximately 5 to 8 years of experience in Contract Management, Claim Management or a comparable role involving contract and claim administration.
• Solid knowledge of FIDIC contracts, preferably including the Silver Book.
• Proven experience in contract and/or claims management on large-scale infrastructure or construction projects, with a solid understanding of contracts, variations, delay, disruption, and entitlement assessment.
• Experience across the full project lifecycle, from procurement through execution and commissioning.
• Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to assess contractual and commercial risks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required, both within Europe and occasionally beyond. (Indicative one week every two months). The team comes together a couple of days a week at Arnhem Rijnpoort. Competencies****Managing Complexity - You quickly grasp complex contractual issues, identify underlying interests and risks, and translate them into practical solutions that support project objectives and protect TenneT’s interests.Organizational Awareness - You understand the dynamics of large project organizations, effectively navigate stakeholder interests and build the right connections to obtain information, align perspectives and achieve results.Ownership - You take responsibility for contractual and claim-related matters, drive issues to closure and ensure that commitments are fulfilled while maintaining focus on project outcomes.Collaboration - You build and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders, creating an environment where cooperation leads to better results.Judgement - You carefully assess facts, contractual provisions and risks, enabling you to provide balanced and well-founded recommendations in complex situations.Result Orientation - You maintain focus on priorities, monitor progress and take action when required, ensuring that contractual objectives and project milestones are achieved.

This role falls within the Supply Chain Management Specialist job profile, ensuring clarity for both you and TenneT regarding the responsibilities, expectations and growth opportunities associated with the position.

Your contribution to TenneT

As a Contract & Claim Manager, you are responsible for managing contractual and commercial risks within complex offshore projects, ensuring that the Netherlands can continue to rely on reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.

Your Responsibilities* Manage and administer contractual and claims matters throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring contractual compliance, timely identification of risks, and effective preparation, substantiation, and resolution of claims.

• You co-develop and implement claim management strategies, ensuring that TenneT’s contractual and commercial exposure is minimized while maintaining constructive relationships with contractors.
• You prepare, assess and negotiate variation orders and claims with contractors, ensuring that contractual changes are appropriately managed and documented.
• You establish and maintain robust claim files, registers and contractual correspondence, ensuring that decisions are well substantiated and defensible.
• You enhance contract and claim management awareness within project teams and collaborate closely with Project Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Legal, Asset Management and contractors to achieve successful project outcomes.

You will operate within TenneT’s Offshore organization, consisting of nearly 700 professionals. The role is part of the GE Seatrium Portfolio department of approximately 60 colleagues within Project Delivery. You will work closely with two fellow Contract Managers and interact with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. While contractual compliance is essential, long-term partnerships remain at the heart of the approach. By fostering transparency, constructive dialogue and mutual understanding, you help prevent disputes and contribute to sustainable collaboration with contractors.

Our recruiting process

Our offer

Flexibility We are family friendly and flexible

Flexible working hours without fixed times and home office options allow you to organize your work individually. Our external partners also provide you with support services for various phases of life - for example, in matters relating to household services or care and career.

Payment & more Attractive remuneration and social benefits

We offer great benefits such as a salary based on our Collective Labor Agreement, an annual bonus and excellent pension scheme.

Wellness Balance & Personal Growth Health - your basis

Because we think it is important that you are healthy and feel good, we offer all kinds of great extras: we provide various opportunities to work out via our Always Energy program which offers a wide range of opportunities to indulge in sports (organised training for different sports, competitions and events). And you will receive a sports allowance if you are a member of a sports club.

Technology & Innovation Modern working environment

• Modern IT-tools
• Ergonomic workstations
• Very well equipped conference rooms and communication solutions that enable cross-location and cross-border collaboration

This will be our challenge

Offshore is responsible for the development, construction, and management of the offshore electricity grid. With the North Sea as the green engine of the energy transition, Offshore plays a clear and vital role within TenneT’s organisational structure.

The Offshore division manages the entire lifecycle of all TenneT offshore installations, from development and realisation to maintenance and handover to the Operate division. A crucial task is the construction of 2 GW offshore ‘sockets’, which collect and transport generated wind energy to the mainland.

Additional information

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. We provide an environment where your growth is central.

We offer you:* A permanent contract with a two-month probation period, based on 40 hours per week.

• A salary in scale 9: €4.816 - €9.472,- gross per month.
• 43 vacation days per year.
• A solid pension via ABP: TenneT pays 70% of your premium.
• Additional benefits such as health insurance, internet, and sports compensation.

All mentioned employment conditions apply to a full-time, 40 hours, position unless otherwise stated.

We value a good work-life balance and your personal development. Therefore, we offer flexible solutions such as:* Hybrid working, including an internet and home office allowance.

• Support for your vitality, with a contribution to a sports subscription and health insurance.
• Development opportunities through TenneT’s training programs to continue expanding your knowledge and skills. A pre employment screening is part of the process. Apply Now! Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become part of our team! If you have any questions about the position, please contact Bianca Kreijger, Recruiter People & Talent Acquisition at Bianca.Kreijger@tennet.eu or +31 6 4216 3962.

Together, we build a sustainable energy future! The position may gets unpublished earlier, so don't hesitate to apply!

Salary

4816 € - 9472 €

Diversity

At TenneT, we strive to make our recruitment process as efficient and fair as possible. To support this, we use AI technology as a tool. Our AI solution helps us match applicants based on relevant job titles and skills. It is important to note that no fully automated decisions are ever made; every application is ultimately reviewed by a human recruiter. Our AI does not take personal data such as gender, age, ethnicity, or religion into account, ensuring that applicants are not disadvantaged or discriminated against based on these factors. If you have any questions or objections regarding the use of AI in our recruitment process, please contact us at sollicitatie@tennet.eu.

TenneT keeps the Netherlands powered. We transport electricity 24/7 across the high-voltage grid, connect customers, and enable the energy transition by expanding the grid and using it more intelligently. Together with our partners, we work towards a reliable, affordable and resilient energy system. This is how we connect the Netherlands to a sustainable future.

Connecting everyone to a brighter energy future. *

Recruiter

Bianca Kreijger Recruiter

Bianca.Kreijger@tennet.eu Human Resources Talent Acquisition ONN/OFN Jules Knoups Fachlicher Ansprechpartner

Jules.Knoups@tennet.eu Offshore Finance Portfolio GE Seatrium