GER OFW Projects Contract Engineer

Contracts & Procurement Engineer – Offshore Wind Projects
Location: Paris Area, France (with missions to Hamburg/Berlin, Germany)
Contract Type: 12-Month Contract (Renewable)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Contracts & Procurement Engineer to support major offshore wind projects in Germany. This position focuses on contracts engineering, procurement, and administration for projects including N-12.1, N-11.2, and O-2.2. The role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to renewable energy initiatives in a dynamic and international environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Contracts Engineering & Procurement

• Support contract activities for all project packages, including strategy implementation and compliance with procurement procedures.
• Develop contract documents for various project phases and ensure alignment with financial governance.
• Collaborate with technical and commercial teams to refine scope specifications and identify value creation opportunities.
• Manage the complete tender process, including prequalification, tender preparation, evaluation, and bid recommendation.
• Validate contracts, ensure partner approvals, and coordinate contractual interfaces for potential lease areas.

2. Supplier & Market Engagement

• Conduct market intelligence and due diligence activities, including supplier compliance reviews and risk assessments.
• Manage confidentiality agreements and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Liaise with project and headquarters procurement teams to streamline contract administration.

3. Project Coordination & Reporting

• Contribute to the refinement of contracting strategies (e.g., EPCI vs. multi-contracting).
• Support CAPEX and OPEX estimations for the project.
• Provide feedback to improve processes and monitor KPIs to enhance efficiency.
• Assist in change order management, contractual amendments, and claims resolution.

4. Tool Utilization & Training

• Utilize procurement tools such as Ariba, ERP (MBC), and other systems.
• Participate in vendor creation and purchase order processes.
• Deliver training sessions on procurement tools and processes for end-users.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience:
  
  • Strong expertise in Contracts & Procurement, with proven experience in contract administration and procurement processes.
  • Familiarity with international tendering, market analysis, and contractual standards (e.g., NEC, FIDIC).
  • Expertise in the energy sector, specifically offshore wind projects, is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in procurement software (Ariba, ERP) and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong understanding of procurement standards, regulations, and project reporting tools.
• Soft Skills:
  
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse international teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Languages:
  
  • Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of French and/or German is an advantage.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work on high-profile offshore wind projects in Germany.
• Collaboration with a dynamic, international team driving renewable energy initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the energy transition.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.