Senior Director of Contracts
Own Volta's contracting strategy and lead negotiations for major capital projects in a rapidly growing AI infrastructure company.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 19 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Contracts Manager at Volta is responsible for developing and implementing the contracting strategy for the company's projects, ensuring that all agreements protect the business while facilitating progress. This role requires expertise in construction contracting models and negotiation skills, particularly in the context of major capital projects across various jurisdictions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in contracts leadership and claims management, along with the ability to guide embedded project teams effectively. Volta's dynamic environment, fueled by rapid growth and a commitment to AI infrastructure, offers a unique opportunity for impactful work.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Volta's careers page October 27, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Director of Contracts role remote?
- It's hybrid — Volta expects some on-site time in Europe.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Senior Director of Contracts role.
- Where is the role based?
- Volta is hiring for this position in Europe.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Volta targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Director of Contracts role at Volta.
From the original posting
About The Role
The Senior Director of Contracts owns how Volta contracts for its fleet. You will set the contracting strategy and standards used across every project, and lead the contracts leads embedded in each project team through a functional line.
From contracting models and standard forms to negotiation, claims and commercial governance, this role makes sure Volta builds on terms that protect the business and keep projects moving.
What You Will Be Doing
Own Volta's contracting strategy across general contractor, package and vendor agreements
Set standard contract forms, flow-downs and commercial terms across the fleet
Lead major negotiations alongside procurement and project leadership
Provide functional leadership to the contracts leads embedded in each project team
Build claims avoidance practice and manage disputes when they arise
Run commercial governance, delegations and approvals across projects
Keep contracting standards compliant across multiple jurisdictions
Train and develop commercial capability across the delivery organisation
What You Bring
Contracts leadership on data centre or major capital projects is essential
Deep experience of construction contracting models and standard forms across international markets
A strong record in negotiation and claims management on complex builds
Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and governing to standard
Sound commercial judgement under delivery pressure
The credibility to lead functionally across embedded project teams
Willingness to travel across sites
REQ-110
Competitive salary based on the work you do here, not your previous salary
Retirement/pension contributions
Comprehensive health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Generous number of vacation days each year
Additional Information
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