Subcontract Delivery Manager (f/m/d)

Location: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID: R0131083

Date Posted: 2026-06-22

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category):

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: Embrace Diversity and Innovation!

High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) is a key enabler for a carbon-neutral energy system. It is highly efficient for transmitting large amounts of electricity over long distances, integration of renewables and interconnecting grids, opening for new sustainable transmission solutions. By joining the HVDC team in Germany (DEHVDC), you will be contributing to the energy transition in Germany and around the world.

About the Position

For the SuedLink DC4 project, we are looking for a Subcontract Delivery Manager (f/m/d). This project involves the construction of a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission link between Wilster in Schleswig-Holstein and Bergrheinfeld in Bavaria.

As a Contract Manager – Subcontract based in Bergrheinfeld, Bavaria, or Wilster, Schleswig-Holstein, you will be responsible for the commercial management and administration of all subcontractor agreements for construction and installation works.

Are you interested in a position with a long-term perspective, a high degree of autonomy, and diverse development opportunities? We look forward to receiving your application!

How’ll you make an impact

• Receive Subcontract reports as per Subcontract requirements and distribute to HE project team for comments

• Manage Non-Conformity Reports (NCR) from / to subcontractors

• Receive and analyze variation order requests from subcontractors

• Prepare Subcontract specific variation orders, communicate within Hitachi Energy (HE) and to the subcontractors

• Receive and analyze notifications / claims from subcontractor

• Receive, analyze and process HE Internal Change Orders for Subcontracts, for example design and site changes

• Implement external change orders from client or third parties for relevant Subcontracts

• Request subcontractor to present mitigation plan, if needed

• Manage Quantity Surveyor (QS) if assigned to the subcontracting team

• Perform the roles and responsibilities of the QS as per the QS Job Description, where a QS is not assigned / required

Your background

• We are looking for a committed, structured, well-organized, and goal-oriented individual who is a strong team player

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, or an equivalent technical qualification

• You are fluent in German and English (business level)

• You have experience in evaluating contractors’ compliance with international standards, laws, and regulations

• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Ideally, you have experience with AVA software and SAP S/4HANA

• You have a proactive mindset when planning and executing activities

• You have strong negotiation skills and excellent communication abilities

• Willingness to work on-site at the construction site

More about us

• Collective wage agreement from IG Metall (Baden-Württemberg) including special payments

• Flexible working hours (working time accounts)

• Motivated, warm team with young and very experienced colleagues

• 30 days vacation

• Use of many fitness studios throughout Germany for your workout

• Relocation service

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