Job Description

Location

IJmuiden, Netherlands

Contract Details

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  Long-term assignment with extension options (up to 6 × 12 months)
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  Not suitable for self-employed professionals/freelancers
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  Minimum 1-month notice period in case of early termination

Project Context

You will contribute to a large-scale infrastructure renewal project involving a critical water management system. The project includes the replacement and modernization of a pumping station to address aging infrastructure and future climate challenges such as rising sea levels and increased precipitation.

As a Senior Procurement and Contract Management Advisor, you are responsible for the preparation, execution, and management of procurement and contract processes for engineering services and related works.

You will operate within a multidisciplinary project environment involving civil engineering, mechanical systems, and industrial automation, working closely with contract management teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

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  Prepare and manage procurement processes for engineering services
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  Support contract management throughout execution (monitoring, changes, documentation, performance tracking)
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  Guide tender procedures (single, multiple, national, and European)
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  Coordinate procurement of additional services from planning to contract finalization
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  Monitor contract progress, risks, and compliance
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  Lead and support contract meetings and stakeholder coordination
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  Ensure quality, transparency, and adherence to processes
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  Contribute to knowledge sharing within the team

Requirements

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  Technical university degree (mandatory)
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  Postgraduate qualification or training in public procurement law
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  Minimum 2 years of contract management experience in large-scale service contracts (> €15M)
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  Minimum 2 years of experience in infrastructure renewal projects (e.g., pumping stations, locks, bridges, or tunnels)
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  Experience with tendering service contracts (> €5M)
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  VCA VOL certification (or willingness to obtain within 1 month)

Preferred Qualifications

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  Experience with industrial automation in infrastructure projects
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  Experience in large-scale multidisciplinary infrastructure projects
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  Familiarity with complex contract forms and engineering service contracts

Key Competencies

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  Proactive and results-driven
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  Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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  Collaborative and team-oriented
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  Organizational awareness and sensitivity
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  Strong planning and execution skills
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  Quality-focused with a structured approach
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  Continuous learning mindset