(Senior) Manager Contract Risk Management (m/f/d)

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider. The aim of the Group's activities is to increase the efficiency and sustainability of customers in the process industry and to establish itself as the number one partner in the market for this purpose. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio covers the entire value chain from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, maintenance and plant expansion to turnarounds and digital applications.

The company delivers its services in two service lines: Engineering & Maintenance and Technologies. Bilfinger is primarily active in Europe, North America and the Middle East.
Process industry customers come from sectors that include energy, chemicals & petrochemicals, pharma & biopharma and oil & gas. With over 30,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality and generated revenue of more than €5 billion in financial year 2024. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: positioning itself as a leader in increasing efficiency and sustainability and driving operational excellence to improve organizational performance.

Location: Mannheim or Frankfurt am Main

As a (Senior) Manager Contract Risk Management (m/f/d), you are responsible, within the framework of an overarching risk management system, for assessing and, where necessary, mitigating technical and commercial risks of projects and service/framework contracts that exceed defined threshold values — both during the bid and negotiation phases and throughout the execution phase of awarded contracts. You support the Stage‑Gate process, conduct risk analyses, and collaborate closely with relevant Corporate Functions and operational units to ensure effective project oversight and governance.

Your main tasks:

Governance and Reporting

• Definition and maintenance of risk classification standards and Group‑wide minimum requirements for bids in collaboration with Group Legal and Compliance
• Ensuring compliance with and governance of the Stage‑Gate process, including reporting to segment leadership or the Executive Board
• Contribution to the further development of project standards and tools (including Procon database)
• Preparation of quarterly reports on tenders and contract execution status
• Participation in due‑diligence reviews and preparation of ad‑hoc risk reports for M&A processes

Involvement and Participation in the bid phase

• Early assessment of contractual risks and opportunities for bids exceeding defined thresholds
• Independent review of bids in accordance with the Group Standards and reporting to the responsible management levels

Continuous Project Controlling

• Monitoring contract execution for project, service, and framework agreements with a focus on cost, schedule, quality, and risk
• Early identification of deviations and proactive communication with relevant stakeholders
• Support in the development and implementation of risk mitigation measures
• Collaborate closely with Group Controlling and Project Audit to ensure data quality and address audit recommendations early

Our requirements:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a comparable field
• Several years of experience in project management, project controlling, and auditing
• Strong expertise in technical and commercial project management, including project and contract controlling, as well as a good knowledge of project‑related risks and opportunities with the ability to provide precise assessments and recommendations
• Desirable certifications: Project Management (e.g., PMI) or Auditing (e.g., CIA, CISA)
• SAP experience is an advantage
• Excellent analytical skills paired with a structured and solution-oriented working style
• Proven ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary and international teams
• Business‑fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken
• Flexibility and willingness to travel

We offer:

• A responsible and varied range of tasks.
• An open and motivated team that warmly welcomes you.
• Plenty of room for your own ideas and creative solutions.
• Challenging projects in an international environment with diverse development opportunities.
• Personal development opportunities in various areas as well as professional advancements.
• Flexible working hours within a flexitime system and the possibility of mobile working.
• Structured onboarding for a pleasant and professional start.
• Competitive compensation and additional benefits:
• Vacation and Christmas bonuses.

• • 30 days of vacation per calendar year
  • Entitlement to capital-forming benefits
  • Company pension scheme through direct insurance
  • Corporate benefits: Discounts with well-known manufacturers and brands
  • Free parking, job ticket/Germany ticket and access to EGYM Wellpass fitness studios
  • Free beverages at the locations
  • Modern and ergonomic workstations

For further information please contact Laura Schulz [email protected].