Contract & Cost Manager

Overview

In this role, you will manage building contracts end-to-end on-site across Milan-area projects, ensuring quality, progress and contractual alignment with the contractor. You will provide contract support on changes, risks, and cost impacts, and assist with final accounts and liaising on claims closeout. You will advise on client liability and support proceedings when needed, while maintaining clear document management accessed by all stakeholders. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliant, efficient project outcomes, with frequent on-site presence and domestic travel.

Retribuzione / Benefits salary range 50.000 - 68.000 EUR

80% on-site presence required

on-site/client office engagement

global opportunities at Arcadis

employer of choice focus on equality, diversity and belonging

Responsabilità Manage the entirety of Building Contracts from initiation to closeout

Visit sites regularly to review progress and quality with Contractors and other trades

Provide contractual support on change orders, cost impacts, risks, and utility requirements

Advise on client liability regarding contractor claims (preliminary)

Discuss and authorise adjusted contract sums with the client

Coordinate and track closeout of claims with project team

Analyse contractor losses and expenses claims

Advise on entitlement to extensions of time; analyse applications for extensions

Prepare documentation/support for adjudication, mediation, arbitration, litigation

Oversee document management for relevant correspondence and documents

Report on activity related to role and discipline; attend weekly/monthly meetings

Requisiti fondamentali At least 10 years of experience in similar roles or international companies

Excellent knowledge of English and Italian (B2/C1)

Fidic Contract knowledge is a must

Engineering degree is a strong plus

Experience in the Data Center sector is a strong plus

Ability to travel autonomously; available to travel domestically ~80%

Strong oral and written communication skills

Frequent on-site presence required

strong communication

travel-oriented

stakeholder management

Fidic contract knowledge

contract management

claims analysis and closeout