Senior Contract Manager

GE Vernova Inc; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Contract Manager, where you'll play a crucial role in the Green Energy transition. This position involves analyzing contracts, developing commercial strategies, and managing all contractual activities within project portfolios. You'll work closely with project teams to ensure compliance and drive success in delivering innovative energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to make a difference in the energy sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive benefits

Private health insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in claim preparation and negotiation for complex projects.
• Strong understanding of contract law and project risk management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contracts and develop commercial strategies for projects.
• Manage claims and contractual obligations throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Claim preparation and negotiation

Delay analysis

Contract law knowledge

Technical understanding of infrastructure projects

Excellent communication skills

Prioritization and coordination

Influencing skills

Proactive mindset

Fluency in English

Education

University degree in engineering

Degree in quantity surveying

Degree in business administration

Degree in law

Job description

Job Description Summary

Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.

As the Senior Contract Manager, you will report directly to the Grid Solutions Regional Contract Management Leader and indirectly to the Project Director. You will work closely with the Project Team and be responsible for all contractual activities within the Projects portfolio.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze contracts thoroughly and develop the Project’s contract and commercial strategy in collaboration with the Project Director.
2. Present contractual analysis and commercial strategies to the Project Team, including issuing the Contract Questionnaire, Contract Commercial Plan (CCP), and other relevant deliverables as per Contract Management processes.
3. Draft and communicate the Claim and Variation Procedure to the Project Team.
4. Implement contractual procedures related to claims, insurance, variation orders, correspondence, and notifications.
5. Identify contractual obligations of GE, the customer/consortium, and third parties, and develop the Project contract commercial plan, including claim strategies.
6. Support risk and opportunity identification and analysis proactively.
7. Manage all contractual activities from project handover from Sales until contractual obligations are fulfilled and issues resolved.
8. Ensure notices are issued in accordance with contract requirements.
9. Manage claims with customers and partners, including negotiations and settlements.
10. Handle claims from contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring appropriate recoveries.
11. Oversee Project variation requests and orders.
12. Manage Project insurances, ensuring coverage compliance, and handle insurance claims.
13. Provide contractual guidance and training to the Project team as needed.
14. Address contractual and legal inquiries, referring to Legal when necessary.
15. Assist in dispute resolution if required.
16. Report on claims, variations, and critical contractual issues to management and relevant departments.
17. Seek management approval for variation orders, amendments, and settlements per delegation of authority.

Experience and Knowledge:

1. Proven experience in claim preparation and negotiation, including strategies for EOT, global claims, and contract renegotiations.
2. Knowledge of delay analysis, including critical path and concurrent delay principles.
3. Understanding of contract law and project risk management.
4. Technical understanding relevant to infrastructure projects, preferably in power generation and transmission.
5. Experience with NEC and FIDIC contract models is preferred.

Skills & Experience:

1. Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
2. Ability to prioritize work and coordinate with stakeholders for information gathering.
3. Influencing skills, intercultural competence, and team orientation.
4. University degree in engineering, quantity surveying, business administration, or law.
5. Accountability and a proactive mindset.
6. Fluent in written and spoken English.

GE Vernova is a global leader in energy solutions, providing equipment, systems, and services to ensure reliable power delivery. We are committed to accelerating the energy transition with innovative grid technologies, and we invite you to join us in this mission.

If you are motivated to make a difference and contribute to a sustainable future, we welcome your application.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions, we are advancing grid technology to enable a greener, more reliable energy future. Our focus is on integrating renewable energy sources and promoting sustainability across the energy sector.

Why work with us:

Our engineers face unique challenges and work on diverse, impactful projects. Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to innovation and sustainability, and help shape the future of energy.

What we offer:

A dynamic, international work environment with flexible working arrangements, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No