Microsoft Construction Contracts Manager 

Finland, Helsinki 

373393743

As a Construction Contracts Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of contracts related to site operations and construction projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, legal experts, and external stakeholders to manage contractual agreements, mitigate risks, and drive compliance at the job site. Your attention to detail, negotiation skills, and ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes will be essential for this role.

Master's Degree inComputer Science,, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 5+ years experience in, Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR Bachelor's Degree inComputer Science,Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 6+ years experience inData Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR equivalent experience.

Master's Degree in, Computer Science,, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 7+ years experience inData Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR Bachelor's Degree inComputer Science,, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 8+ years experience in
Commercial / Contractual Construction Role,Data Science/Analytics, Finance, Project Management, Supply Chain, and/or Operations OR equivalent experience.

• Hyperscale data center or large building construction experience in an owner or general contractor capacity

• Experience developing negotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts related to services, construction, engineering, materials and equipment installation.

• Strong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms and conditions

• Broad understanding of the construction industry and contract language associated engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM)

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.

• Proficiency in contract management software and tools.

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check every two years thereafter.

Background Check Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Procurement and Contracts

Project Procurement:

• Perform sourcing activities for various professional services, such as General Contractors, Architect Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Cost Management, Project Management, and others.

• Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies to meet project objectives, in relation to the contract

• Participate in supplier assessment and prepare contract award proposals.

Contract Review and Compliance:

• Responsible for ensuring all contractual requirements are met according to the terms and conditions.

• Executes procurement contracting strategies for large, complex data center construction projects and/or purchasing opportunities to achieve optimal cost and continuity of supply and services.

• Serve as first line of defense/communication with site stakeholders on commercial issues.

• Execute project closeout requirements.

Change Order Management:

• Lead Change Order negotiations with input from key stakeholders and detailed understanding of contractual conditions.

• Monitor and mitigate the impact of change orders to the project, and partners cross-functionally to resolve/escalate accordingly.

• Attend change management meetings and report on open change orders as applicable.

Execution Coordination & Communication:

• Assume all post-award contract execution responsibilities.
• Own commercial decision making on all post-award activities through influencing project stakeholders.

• Identify potential challenges related to the project/contract and develop strategies to mitigate the risk and maintain compliance.

• Provide regular status reports on issues, risks and mitigations to leadership.

• Prepare contractual notices as appropriate using language from terms & conditions.

• Address and resolve any payment disputes submitted by suppliers.

• Help facilitate and engage as needed in negotiations with contractors and other parties to resolve disputes with regular updates to the client team.

• Collaborate with project stakeholders to review the GC’s subcontractor procurement deliverables and final recommendation of subcontractor award for each trade package.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Drives business engagement and partnership with cross-functional teams including Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Cost Management, Engineering, Quality, Construction and Project Managers.

• Drives commercial compliance and problem resolution with General Contractors, Subcontractors and Suppliers.
• Actively partners with suppliers to identify and drive continuous improvement and risk management opportunities by evaluating procedural, operational, and/or environmental factors, analyzing root causes of issues, sharing insights with key stakeholders, and influencing the adoption of needed improvements.