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Contract Manager (Netherlands)
Return Storage B.V.
About the role
As Contract Manager, you are responsible for managing and safeguarding Return's contractual interests across the construction of large-scale BESS projects (>100MW per project, >5GW project pipeline). Working closely with our construction, legal, and finance teams, you ensure that contracts with suppliers, contractors and other parties are structured, executed and monitored in a way that protects Return's position and supports the successful delivery of projects across Europe.
What you'll do
Lead contract management activities for the execution phase of large Capex projects with EPC contractors, equipment suppliers and other third parties using contract forms such as UAV-GC, FIDIC and bespoke agreements
Monitor contractor and supplier performance against contractual obligations, identifying and managing risks, claims and disputes
Manage change orders, variations and claims, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation
Advise the project manager and wider project team on contractual rights, obligations and risks
Work closely with legal, finance and procurement colleagues to align contract strategy with project and company objectives
Support the development and continuous improvement of contract management processes, templates and tools
What you'll bring
Proven track record in contract management of complex construction or infrastructure projects, preferably in the energy sector
10+ years of relevant working experience, with at least 5 years in a contract management role
Strong knowledge of construction contract forms, in particular UAV-GC and FIDIC
Experience with claims management, dispute resolution and commercial negotiations
BSc or MSc degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills
Fluent in Dutch and English; German is a plus. Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across the Netherlands and Europe
What's on offer
At Return, we don’t just talk about impact — we build it. You’ll join a passionate and skilled team where your contributions help shape real-world solutions and directly support a more sustainable future. Our entrepreneurial and collaborative culture is dedicated to accelerating the energy transition at scale.
About the company
Return is the leading European independent energy storage provider, committed to revolutionizing the energy sector. Headquartered in Amsterdam, with offices in Munich, Hamburg and Madrid, Return offers innovative, sustainable solutions to store and intelligently manage energy, ensuring power is used efficiently when and where it’s needed most. With a rapidly growing presence across Europe, Return is at the forefront of the energy transition, integrating large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability, renewable energy integration, and Europe's net-zero goals. Driven by a team of experts, Return aims to provide reliable energy storage that powers the future of clean energy.