Job Description

Contract Advisor – Roads (ROK VW)

Location: Arnhem, Netherlands (Hybrid)
Client: Rijkswaterstaat
Work Model: Hybrid (Mandatory office presence: Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Contract: Long-term project (extension up to 6 × 12 months)
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years)

About the Role

Rijkswaterstaat is seeking a Contract Advisor – Roads (ROK VW) to support the maintenance and development of major road infrastructure in Eastern Netherlands.

You will play a critical role within the Programs, Projects and Maintenance (PPO) division, contributing to projects that span over 550 km of national road networks across Gelderland and Overijssel. This role sits at the intersection of procurement, contract management, and infrastructure delivery, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, compliantly, and with maximum value.

Your Impact

As the right hand to the Contract Manager, you will support the full contract lifecycle within the Framework Agreement for Variable Works (ROK VW)—working with multiple contractors to deliver landscaping, safety improvements, and reconstruction projects.

You will operate across:

• Preparation phase – shaping and validating contracts
• Execution phase – managing performance, risks, and delivery
• Aftercare phase – ensuring proper closure and handover

Key Responsibilities

Preparation Phase

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  Assess project briefs against contract frameworks (ROK)
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  Coordinate with internal stakeholders (technical, finance, environment) and contractors
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  Draft and manage contract documentation and procurement files
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  Lead coordination of contract processes (tendering, award, documentation)
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  Evaluate tenders on price and quality (BPKV)
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  Identify risks and define mitigation strategies

Execution Phase

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  Act as a key contact point for contractors (together with Contract Manager)
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  Monitor contract performance, risks, and opportunities
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  Contribute to contract management and continuous improvement
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  Report on progress, deviations, and lessons learned

Aftercare Phase

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  Review delivery files and ensure proper handover to internal stakeholders
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  Ensure completed projects meet contractual and quality standards

What You Bring

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  Bachelor's degree (HBO level) in Engineering, Business Administration, or similar
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  Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Contract Manager or Senior Contract Advisor in civil engineering
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  At least 3 years' experience with UAV-GC contracts in infrastructure projects
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  Strong understanding of procurement, contract management, and public sector frameworks
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  Technical insight in civil engineering and infrastructure systems
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  Excellent communication skills in Dutch (mandatory)

Preferred Experience

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  Knowledge of risk management, project control, and public procurement legislation
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  Experience with Integrated Major Maintenance (IGO) or similar infrastructure projects
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  Experience working with Framework Agreements (ROKs)
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  Familiarity with tools such as Relatics, GRIP, SharePoint, Connect
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  Affinity with public sector organizations like Rijkswaterstaat

Core Competencies

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  Analytical and detail-oriented
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  Proactive and solution-driven
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  Strong communicator and stakeholder manager
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  Organized and structured
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  Decisive, collaborative, and adaptable
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  Confident in stepping into leadership when required

Work Environment

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  Hybrid work model with fixed in-office collaboration days
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  High-impact infrastructure projects with national importance
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  Collaborative, multidisciplinary teams
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  Strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement

Important Requirements

Please ensure compliance before applying:

• No freelancers/self-employed (ZZP/BV)
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  CV must be submitted in PDF format with full name and place of residence
• No personal data or photos (GDPR compliant)
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  Include candidate email address in the cover letter
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  Minimum 1-month notice period required
• VOG (Certificate of Conduct) required within 6 weeks of start
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  Must sign Government Integrity Declaration upon selection

Why Join Rijkswaterstaat?

Work on projects that keep the Netherlands moving. From highways to smart mobility solutions, your expertise will directly contribute to safe, sustainable, and future-ready infrastructure