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Traian Dur

Customer Support & Project Administrator

Traian Dur
Krefeld, Germany

Experience

Jul 2024 - Present
1 year 8 months

Customer Support & Project Administrator

Well Project Management GmbH

  • Creating, maintaining, and managing a detailed client database
  • Identifying and generating leads for business development
  • Establishing initial contact with potential clients to foster new business relationships
  • Crafting persuasive presentations to support lead generation and business development activities
  • Assisting with various business development tasks
  • Aiding executives with translations and bilingual communication tasks
  • Supporting management in social media communication by preparing and posting relevant content
  • Coordinating with internal teams to ensure seamless implementation of marketing and business development strategies
  • Performing additional tasks as required by business needs
Sep 2020 - Dec 2023
3 years 4 months
Krefeld, Germany

PMO & Contract Manager

Blue Project Industries

  • Managing the project's administrative duties
  • Preparing and compiling reports and presentations for recurring management meetings by collecting and summarizing information
  • Managing the document control process for project documents
  • Assisting with contract development (over 30 contracts), processing requests (250 letters), and change management (over 700 changes)
  • Supervising the invoicing process for 30 contractors
  • Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
  • Preparing tender packages, analyzing bids, and tracking through to contract award and contractor onboarding
  • Monitoring compliance with contracts (milestones, deliverables, actions)
  • Defining processes, procedures, and templates for contract management and supporting the project team
Aug 2019 - Sep 2020
1 year 2 months
Krefeld, Germany

PMO and Contract Manager

Blue Project Industries

  • Managing the project's administrative duties
  • Preparing and compiling reports and presentations for recurring management meetings by collecting and summarizing information
  • Managing the document control process for project documents
  • Assisting with contract development (5 contracts), processing requests (50 letters), and change management (over 80 changes)
  • Supervising the invoicing process for 5 contractors
  • Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
  • Preparing tender packages, analyzing bids, and tracking through to contract award and contractor onboarding
  • Monitoring compliance with contracts (milestones, deliverables, actions)
  • Defining processes, procedures, and templates for contract management and supporting the project team
Jul 2018 - Aug 2022
4 years 2 months

Document Controlling & Variation Management

Blue Project Industries

Contract Manager / Document Control - Sugar Warehouse Expansion - Mondelez - Lörrach, Germany

  • Architecture, structural, and MEP planning for the sugar warehouse building (4,000 m², 35 m height)
  • Tender management through to awarding the general contractor (VOB contract)
  • Managing building permit documentation and serving as the interface with the client and local authorities
  • Document control

Contract Manager / Document Control - Plant Expansion - Upfield, Kleve, Germany

  • Dismantling, transport, assembly, and commissioning of new packaging lines and fillers
  • New tank storage and piping for the new equipment and products
  • CAPEX: approx. €5 million
  • Supporting the tender management process
  • Document control
Jan 2018 - Aug 2020
2 years 8 months
Hamburg, Germany

Document Controlling & Contract Manager

Blue Project Industries

  • Assisting with contract development (over 10 contracts)
  • Supporting the processing of requests (over 100 letters)
  • Assisting in change management (over 150 changes)
  • Supervising the invoicing process for 10 contractors
  • Coordinating the document control system and submitting project documentation for all contractors
  • Supporting the site team with punch lists, IQ/OQ lists, checklists, SAT, and handover documents
  • Coordinating approvals for building and work permits and construction instructions
  • Managing the project's integrated action list
  • Managing the project's administrative tasks
Nov 2015 - Mar 2017
1 year 5 months

Vendor Management

Xerox Business Services Romania

  • Identifying potential suppliers and evaluating their capabilities, quality and reliability
  • Conducting due diligence checks, including background checks and reference verifications
  • Evaluating supplier proposals and selecting based on cost, quality, and delivery times
  • Negotiating terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve favorable agreements
  • Establishing performance metrics and KPIs to assess supplier performance
  • Identifying potential risks and implementing risk mitigation strategies
  • Monitoring and controlling costs associated with services and products
  • Continuously assessing and improving supplier management processes
Feb 2013 - Aug 2015
2 years 7 months

International Buyer & Lead Source Specialist

VEO Worldwide Services

  • Identifying and evaluating potential international suppliers and new business opportunities
  • Conducting market research to find reliable sources for products and services
  • Negotiating terms with international suppliers to secure the best deals
  • Issuing and managing orders to international suppliers
  • Monitoring and controlling costs related to international purchases
  • Coordinating quality inspections and audits with international suppliers
  • Ensuring compliance with trade regulations, customs rules, and import/export laws
  • Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to align lead generation with business goals
Feb 2010 - Aug 2017
7 years 7 months

Executive Assistant & Legal Advisor

S.C. METIX Tehno SRL

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure legal and regulatory compliance
  • Ensuring the organization follows all relevant laws and regulations
  • Advising various departments on legal and compliance matters
  • Identifying potential legal risks and developing risk mitigation strategies
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of corporate strategies and procedures
  • Handling administrative tasks like scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and managing correspondence
  • Supporting the organization and documentation of board meetings and governance activities
  • Acting as a point of contact for clients on legal matters
  • Coordinating with different departments for effective legal and administrative support

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Professional Services (13.5 years), Construction (4.5 years), and Food and Beverage (4 years).

Professional Services
Construction
Food and Beverage

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Legal (12 years), Procurement (10 years), Project Management (7.5 years), Quality Assurance (4 years), Supply Chain Management (2.5 years), and Customer Service (1.5 years).

Legal
Procurement
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Supply Chain Management
Customer Service

Summary

With over 7 years of experience in the construction industry, A.R. brings a wealth of expertise in project administration and execution. In his career, he has successfully supported complex construction projects and ensured they were completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Over his seven years in this field—and even more time in the legal department—he has refined his skills in project administration, project documentation, contract management, and effective communication with stakeholders. His ability to collaborate efficiently with cross-functional teams, coupled with a strong understanding of compliance requirements, has allowed him to contribute significantly to the smooth execution of numerous projects. By leveraging his extensive experience and comprehensive knowledge of project management principles, A.R. has shown that careful planning, proactive problem solving, and fostering a cooperative team environment drive project success.

Languages

Romanian
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2020 - Jun 2022

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

Master's degree · Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene · Iași, Romania

Oct 2019 - Jun 2023

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași

Bachelor's degree · Occupational Medicine and Occupational Hygiene · Iași, Romania

Oct 2008 - Jun 2012

Al. I. Cuza University of Iași

Bachelor's degree · Law · Iași, Romania

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Where is Traian based?

Traian is based in Krefeld, Germany.

What languages does Traian speak?

Traian speaks the following languages: Romanian (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Traian have?

Traian has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Traian has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months. Note that Traian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Traian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Traian would be well-suited for roles such as: Customer Support & Project Administrator, PMO & Contract Manager, PMO and Contract Manager.

What is Traian's latest experience?

Traian's most recent position is Customer Support & Project Administrator at Well Project Management GmbH.

What companies has Traian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Traian has worked for Well Project Management GmbH and Blue Project Industries.

Which industries is Traian most experienced in?

Traian is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Construction, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas is Traian most experienced in?

Traian is most experienced in business areas like Legal and Compliance, Procurement and Purchasing, and Project Management. Traian also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Supply Chain Management, and Customer Service.

Which industries has Traian worked in recently?

Traian has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Construction, and Food and Beverage.

Which business areas has Traian worked in recently?

Traian has recently worked in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).

What is Traian's education?

Traian holds a Master in Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene from Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași, a Bachelor in Occupational Medicine and Occupational Hygiene from Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iași and a Bachelor in Law from Al. I. Cuza University of Iași.

What is the availability of Traian?

Traian is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Traian?

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