Ensuring project compliance with contractual obligations.
Developing and implementing effective contract management processes, procedures, and tools to support project execution.
Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders related to contract management matters, including legal, procurement, operations, and finance teams.
Develop claim strategies for customer and subcontract claims or claim defenses.
Provide training to project execution team on contract-related topics and contract adherence best practices.
Offering specialized expertise in commercial, scheduling, and financial aspects of contracts.
Providing expert consultation on contract claims and serving as a key member of contract negotiation teams.
Support project subcontractor management with compliance oversight, contract adherence reviews, and standard tools for subcontractor management.
Act as an escalation point for disputes or issues related to contracts, striving for timely resolutions.
Develop contract management adherence tools, procedures, processes, and audit performance of project contract management.
Optimize and drive the change order process to ensure optimal revenue within contractual limitations
Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and auditing of contracts and their amendments.
Manage project contract configuration and contract document/file management.
Monitor contractual performance and address any non-compliance or issues that arise throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
Review and develop mitigation plans for contract-related risks.
Ensure project teams comply with customer contract requirements and deliverables.
Conducting thorough reviews and administration of contracts.
Develop robust contract management processes and standards to ensure project teams effectively and efficiently comply with contract or subcontract requirements.
Maintain strong relationships with airport clients, ensuring mutual understanding of expectations and obligations under the contracts.
Identify risks and project issues related to contract requirement or contract procedure non-compliance.
Requirements
bachelor's
7-10 years
procore
bim
primavera
contract law
Ability to work in an entrepreneurial organization where cooperating with others and being a team member is a natural
Strong presentation and negotiation skills
Expert knowledge of relevant and applicable rules of construction and related regulatory requirements (OSHA, FAR, construction permitting regulations, etc.)
This position requires domestic and international travel, up to 20% of the time.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or a related field
In-depth understanding of contract law, construction law, and international regulations impacting airport infrastructure projects
Experienced in conflict and crisis management
The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience and a strategic mindset to enhance the success of our contract management practices and project outcomes.
7-10 years of experience in contract management, procurement or related legal and business functions, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure projects in the airport or aviation industry
Familiarity with construction management and contract management software packages (Procore, BIM modelling, Primavera, Excel)
Excellent time and project management skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to act as a customer-facing representative for contract negotiations, claims resolution, and support litigation, when necessary
Ability to handle many complex issues concurrently
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
Founded 1949
Year of establishment
Established in Veghel, Netherlands.
Acquired 2017
Acquisition by Toyota Industries
Joined a global logistics automation group while maintaining Dutch engineering roots.
600+ Airports
Baggage systems installed worldwide
Operates baggage handling systems across numerous international airports.
4B Bags
Annual baggage processed
Efficiently manages and transports billions of bags each year.
Grew under the name Rapistan Lande in the 1960s, adopting 'Vanderlande' in 1989 and expanding internationally into material-handling automation.
Delivers integrated solutions—innovative systems, smart software, and lifecycle services—to warehouses, airports, and parcel hubs.
Its baggage systems operate in numerous airports, moving a large volume of bags annually.
Parcel systems sort millions of items daily.
FY2024 net revenue reached about €2.2 billion, supported by a healthy order book and steady intake.
Typical projects include large-scale airport baggage halls, e-commerce warehouse sortation, and parcel distribution hubs.
Specializes in airport baggage handling, warehouse automation, and parcel-sorting systems—trusted by top global retailers.
Unusual fact: 9 of the 15 largest food retailers rely on its warehouse systems, processing deliveries for same-day promises worldwide.
Culture + Values
The company is committed to developing its employees and enabling them to reach their full potential.
The organization is driven by innovation and continually strives for better ways of doing things.
The company builds long-term relationships based on mutual respect and trust.
The organization is customer-centric and constantly aims to exceed expectations.
The company believes in delivering excellence through high standards and accountability.
The organization works with passion and integrity in everything it does.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-Zero 2050
Emission Target
Goals to reach net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
Committed to reducing CO2 footprint and improving energy efficiency across operations.
Products and solutions focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
Continuously works on reducing waste and improving recycling in processes.
Invests in sustainable technologies to support the global transition to renewable energy.
Inclusion & Diversity
Fosters an inclusive work environment, encouraging diversity of thought, and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Has made significant progress in increasing gender diversity, with women holding leadership positions across various departments.
Monitors diversity metrics and aims to increase gender balance across all levels of the organization.