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Construction Contract Specialist manages drafting construction contracts, task orders, work requests or any other type of document that would be necessary in order to acquire goods/services from a contractor.

What you can expect

• Draft, review, negotiate and amend contracts for construction assignments (but not only) as Client’s Representative
• Contract monitor during works execution with reference to quantity surveying, process and permitting transparency
• Interface with Direzione Lavori, Main Contractor and Public Authorities (if required) toe contract requirements
• Manage claims and discussions with Main Contractor and Direzione Lavori
• Make sure all the technical aspects in the contract are understood and applied during works
• Manage contract development through all lifecycle stages ensuring that insurance, bonding, and legal requirements are met and internal processes and records are maintained
• Comply with all the safety and security rules and regulations lead by example
• Support the department and business unit where required
• Follow the corporate authority matrix, contract policies compliance guidelines
• Actively report improvement opportunities to direct report

What you bring to the table

We’re looking for an experienced Construction Contract Specialist excited to join the largest port development in Italy.The Construction Contract Specialist is a detail-oriented and process-minded individual able to include small details in each contract. The person would have good communication skills to work and manage his/her relationship with a variety of vendors throughout the years.

• Good English (Italian and/or German are a plus)
• Excellent understanding of the technical aspects of a construction project (i.e., design stages, works execution, test and commissioning)
• Previous experience with Direzione Lavori and/or as Client’s Representative (ideally in infrastructures or environmental projects) with focus in contract Management In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, contract documents and legal specifications
• Outstanding negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, able to develop relationships and maintain effective networks
• Experience of successfully engaging and communicating with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of working in a multi-culture, international environment
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in project management, engineering, or law

The ideal candidate would have a valid EU working permit and would be willing to work in Trieste.

HHLA PLT Italy is part of HHLA Group, with over 6.400 employees worldwide. Success means different things to different people. Therefore, we try to make it possible for each employee working for us to be successful in their own way and develop professionally in accordance with our corporate goals.

Does this spark your interest? Then apply for a job with us!