Contract Manager

**DATA4’S MISSION**

To build highly connected, resilient, and sustainable data center campuses to support our clients' growth across Europe.

DATA4 is a leading European data center operator and investor. The Group finances, designs, builds, and operates its own data centers.

**OUR VALUES**
- **Entrepreneurial Spirit**
At Data4, we bring together proactive, driven individuals. Our culture is rooted in initiative and ownership, with clearly defined goals that provide transparency to our clients and partners. We bring our vision to life with autonomy, energy, and a strong sense of responsibility. We seek motivated people who want to play an active role in our growth.
- **Responsibility**
Our ambition is guided by a deep sense of responsibility—an essential value in today’s digital landscape. It drives everything we do, from the way we communicate with transparency, to how we manage our environmental impact, and how we respect our colleagues, prospects, and clients. Responsible practices are at the heart of our business.
- **Adaptability**
While change is not new, the pace of today’s transformation requires new approaches. Our operations are designed to be agile and responsive, offering innovative thinking and creative solutions tailored to our clients' evolving needs. This mindset fuels our continuous improvement. We prioritize lifelong learning to not just respond to change, but to anticipate and lead it.

**MAIN MISSION**

Within the Construction Department and reporting to the Head of Construction, the **Contract Manager** plays a key role in supporting the project teams in the management of major construction contracts related to the development of Data4 data centers across Europe.

The Contract Manager is responsible for defining and promoting best practices in contract management, ensuring their proper implementation across projects. In close coordination with the Legal and Procurement departments, they support Project Managers in contract negotiations, administration, and risk mitigation throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Contract Management Framework**
- Define and maintain standard procedures and best practices for contract management within the Construction Department.
- Ensure contract compliance and alignment with Data4’s internal processes and stakeholder expectations.
- Promote a culture of contractual discipline and risk awareness among construction teams.

**Project Support & Contract Administration**
- Support Project Managers during contract drafting, execution, and negotiation phases in coordination with Legal and Procurement teams.
- Assist in reviewing key contractual documents such as EPC, GC, and subcontractor agreements.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and deadlines to ensure accurate tracking and execution.

**Risk & Claims Management**
- Identify, assess, and help mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage claims and variation orders in collaboration with relevant departments.
- Assist in resolving disputes in line with contractual obligations and legal advice.

**Process & Continuous Improvement**
- Foster continuous improvement of contract management tools, templates, and workflows.
- Organize training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to strengthen contract management capabilities within the project teams.

**Reporting & Documentation**
- Provide clear and regular reporting to the Head of Construction and Legal Department regarding contract status, risks, and key issues.
- Ensure proper documentation and archiving of contractual communications and amendments.

**PROFILE**
- Master’s degree in Law, Engineering, or Business Administration (or equivalent).
- 7-10 years of contract management experience in construction/infrastructure, ideally in international settings.
- Familiarity with FIDIC, NEC, or similar contracts; multidisciplinary and matrix team experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, construction regulations, and negotiation practices.
- Fluent in English; French is a plus.
- Skilled in MS Office; experience with tools like Aconex or Procore is an advantage.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented, adaptable under pressure, with a collaborative and solution-driven mindset.