Contract Manager
Stegra AB · Stockholm · 12 månader – upp till 2 år · Deadline 2026-10-29
Stegra AB is seeking a **Contract Manager** for a 24-month temporary position based at their Stockholm office. Reporting to the Head of Contract Management within the Project Delivery function, the role oversees commercial risk, contract compliance, and contractor performance across large-scale projects. Key responsibilities include managing site contractors, handling change requests, claims, and change orders, supporting contracting strategies and negotiations, and mitigating contractual risks. The position also serves as a crucial interface between site operations and internal departments such as Legal, Engineering, and Finance, providing direct support with correspondence and dispute resolution. Candidates should bring **10+ years of experience** as a contract manager within major industrial or construction projects, alongside proven expertise in complex claims and change processes. A solid legal, commercial, or technical background is expected, backed by a **relevant degree or equivalent experience**. Applicants must demonstrate strong risk management acumen, clear written and verbal communication skills, and practical experience collaborating in cross-functional, site-based project environments. Stegra provides relocation and immigration support for incoming personnel.
Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.
If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.
At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you.
Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life.
Location: Stockholm
Employment: Temporary: 24 months.
What you’ll do
Right now, we are looking for a Contract Manager for our Contract Management team. In this role you will report to our Head of Contract Management and work within our Project Delivery function. The team is responsible for managing contracts, commercial risk, and contractor performance across the project.
As Contract Manager, you will support project and construction teams on site by ensuring contracts are applied consistently, risks are managed early, and commercial matters are handled in a structured and proactive way.
Specific to this role, the day-to-day tasks will include the following but as we are a growing company with very little silos between teams, other tasks might be included as well.
- Manage site contractors from a contract and commercial perspective, ensuring compliance with agreed terms
- Support contracting strategies and contribute to contract negotiations and reviews
- Handle change requests, change orders, and claims, including processing and enforcement
- Identify contractual and commercial risks and drive mitigation actions
- Ensure consistent interpretation of contract terms across teams and stakeholders
- Act as a key interface between site teams and functions such as Legal, Engineering, and Finance
- Support project teams with contractual matters, correspondence, and dispute handling
- Drive alignment across contract managers and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement
What you’ll bring
You’re curious and believe that real progress happens when we work together. You’re not afraid to challenge old ways of thinking and you treat others with respect while doing it. At Stegra, we value people who take initiative, build trust, and help create a workplace where everyone can do their best.
Specific to this role, we would like to see that you can tick off a fair amount of the boxes below
- 10+ years of experience as a Contract Manager on major construction or industrial projects
- Strong legal, commercial, or technical background, supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience
- Solid experience managing contracts, claims, and change processes in complex projects
- Strong understanding of contractual risk management and mitigation strategies
- Clear and structured communication skills, both written and verbal
- Detail-oriented with a proactive and hands-on approach
- Experience working in cross-functional, site-based project environments
Benefits at Stegra
At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive.
You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature.
This is Stegra
Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.
By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.
Our Stockholm Office
Our modern Stockholm office is located on Norra Stationsgatan, close to Karolinska University Hospital in central Stockholm. Here, you’ll find a bright, collaborative workspace where cross-functional teams connect, share ideas, and drive progress. Whether you're visiting regularly or working hybrid, you'll be part of a vibrant office culture with easy access to the city’s energy and amenities.