About this role
Lead Contract Manager - Procurement - Netherlands, Schoorl - October 15, 2026 - Fulltime - BH-71482 - Competitive Lead Contract Manager - Major Infrastructure Project We are looking for an experienced Lead Contract Manager to oversee the contractual performance of a General Contractor responsible for delivering a major, highly regulated construction project (North Holland) - 24 hours per week - freelance is possible. You will lead a team of specialist contract managers responsible for multiple NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Option C contracts covering complex construction packages.
In this senior leadership role, you will ensure effective contract management across the project, monitor contractual and financial performance, oversee procurement and subcontracting activities, and manage contractual interfaces, risks and escalations. You will also coach and develop the contract management team and act as a key interface between the General Contractor, project leadership and senior management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop a team of NEC4 specialist contract managers.
- Oversee the overall contractual performance of the General Contractor, including KPIs, risks, changes and financial commitments.
- Ensure compliance with the requirements and obligations of the overarching framework agreement.
- Prepare, negotiate, manage and close out NEC4 ECC Option C contracts and subcontracts.
- Coordinate contractual interfaces between multiple construction contracts and project packages.
- Oversee procurement and contracting strategies, procurement processes and subcontractor management.
- Monitor contractual obligations, payment applications and financial commitments.
- Ensure the correct application of project-related agreements in line with financing requirements.
- Manage contractual escalations and advise senior management on complex contractual matters.
- Support dispute avoidance and resolution processes....