Deutsche Bahn’s expertise is in high demand all around the world. As a leading engineering and consulting company in the rail sector, DB Engineering & Consulting offers that knowledge – starting with an idea and continuing all the way to operations. We advise our customers in Germany and around the globe, develop technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. With sustainable concepts, we ensure the future success of economic regions, make important contributions to the protection of the environment and help shape the world of the future.
Since 1966, DB Engineering & Consulting has implemented thousands of projects of any size and complexity in over 100 countries. About 5,000 employees from 84 nations are currently realizing the pro-jects of our customers with professional knowledge and intercultural experience.
We are looking for an Contract Project Manager (m/f/d) to support our railway projects in Ireland.
Responsibilities:
- Administer NEC4 contracts, ensuring compliance with all contractual provisions, including Early Warnings, Compensation Events, and Risk Registers
- Manage claims and disputes, ensuring proper documentation and resolution of any contractual disagreements in alignment with NEC4 procedures
- Provide advice to project teams on managing claims and resolving disputes, and maintain accurate records to support claim resolution
- Lead project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure while ensuring adherence to project schedules and contractual obligations
- Oversee change management processes, including the identification, assessment, and implementation of changes under NEC4 guidelines
- Engage with internal teams, contractors, clients, and regulators to address project challenges, resolve claims, and maintain effective communication
- Ensure compliance with Irish railway standards, such as Iarnród Éireann guidelines, and pre-pare reports on project progress and claims status
- Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring all necessary controls are in place to avoid contractual issues
- Provide expert advice on NEC4 contract clauses and processes to project teams
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- A minimum of 10 years of proven experience managing contract of railway or infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on NEC3/NEC4 contracts
- Expertise in claims management and dispute resolution processes under NEC3/NEC4
- Strong understanding of railway systems and compliance requirements
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
- International working experience in multicultural teams advantageous
- Willingness to travel as per business and client requirements
Benefits:
- Our vacation and leave policies reflect our belief in proper work-life balance.
- See the world with DB Schenker! If you’re searching for an international challenge, we offer plenty of opportunities.
- All employees are supported with our confidential EAP service
