Senior Contracts Manager – West and Central Africa

Aggreko; Nœux-les-Mines; À distance; EUR 86 000 - 113 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global energy solutions provider is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle for projects in West and Central Africa. The role requires strong legal acumen and experience in managing complex contracts. Ideal candidates should have 8+ years in contract management within the Energy sector and be fluent in French and English. This position is based in Ivory Coast, offering a competitive compensation package and development opportunities.

Prestations

Competitive compensation package

Industry-leading benefit plans including medical insurance

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in contract management across Energy, O&G sectors.
• Experience managing complex contracts from proposal stage to close-out.
• Strong exposure to cross-functional collaboration in project-based environments.

Responsabilités

• Lead the end-to-end contract lifecycle from tender and proposal to execution.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure solid contracts.
• Monitor and enforce performance obligations throughout the contract term.

Connaissances

Strong legal and commercial acumen

Risk identification and de-risking strategies

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic mindset

Stakeholder influence

Systems proficiency in contract management tools

Fluent in French and English

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in law or engineering

Contract management certifications

Description du poste

We're the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.

We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.

We’re looking for Senior Contracts Manager – West and Central Africa who will lead the full end‑to‑end contract lifecycle from bid to close‑out, ensuring commercial value delivery, risk mitigation, and governance across complex energy and infrastructure projects.

Why Aggreko?

• Position will be based in Ivory Coast
• Competitive compensation package
• Industry‑leading benefit plans including medical insurance
• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities
• Safety‑focused culture

What you’ll do:

• Lead the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle, from tender and proposal development through to contract execution, renewal, and close‑out
• Collaborate with legal, commercial, technical, and finance teams to structure contracts that are clear, enforceable, and commercially sound
• Draft, review, and manage the contract summary document, including all updates, addenda, and key obligations
• Define clear RACI matrices for each stage of the contract, ensuring seamless transition from pre‑award to operations
• Track and enforce performance obligations, milestones, and commercial triggers throughout the contract term
• Lead structured post‑contract reviews to capture lessons learned and inform future contract strategies

Operational Execution & Monitoring

• Own the Project Review Pack, providing timely insights on contract health, risks, and performance
• Ensure accurate billing, revenue capture, and invoicing tied to contractual T&Cs (Capacity, O&M, Energy)
• Monitor adherence to contractual commitments from all parties and flag deviations early
• Support project teams in execution planning and scope governance
• Drive visibility on contract margins and value leakage throughout execution

Governance, Risk & Dispute Management

• Identify, quantify, and track contractual risks proactively from onboarding through delivery
• Act as a key stakeholder in resolving disputes and claims, working closely with legal and leadership
• Ensure documentation control and compliance with audit readiness across the lifecycle
• Lead structured processes for change orders, recharges, contract renewals, and expansions

Continuous Improvement

• Champion continuous process optimization in contract management workflows
• Build and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard clauses aligned with governance frameworks
• Coach commercial and project teams on contract awareness and execution best practices

You’ll have the following skills and experience:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in law, engineering. Holder of both degrees will be factored for selection
• Contract management certifications (e.g., CCM, WorldCC) are preferred

Experience

• +8 years of experience in contract management across Energy, O&G sectors
• Open to French‑speaking candidates interested in relocating to Ivory Coast
• Proven track record in managing complex contracts end‑to‑end: from proposal stage to final account close‑out
• Strong exposure to cross‑functional collaboration in project‑based environments

Core Competencies

• Strong legal and commercial acumen
• Strategic mindset with attention to lifecycle performance
• Skilled in risk identification and de‑risking strategies
• High accuracy and problem‑solving orientationStakeholder influence and cross‑border coordination
• Systems proficiency in contract management and reporting tools
• French and English proficiency is required

Find out more and apply now.

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