Project Contract Manager

ALSTOM Gruppe; Bologna; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Contract Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in managing contracts and claims for innovative transportation projects. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with project teams, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations while implementing effective risk mitigation strategies. You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. With travel opportunities and a commitment to sustainability, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the mobility sector.

Competenze

• Experience in contract management and claims handling.
• Strong analytical skills for contract analysis.

Mansioni

• Ensure application of contract management principles and governance.
• Monitor project progress and contractual obligations.

Conoscenze

Contract Management

Risk Mitigation

Claims Management

Communication

Negotiation

Formazione

Degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

Project Contract Manager

Date: 30 Apr 2025

Location: Bologna, 45, IT

Company: Alstom

We create smart innovations to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. We design and manufacture a complete range of transportation systems, from high-speed trains to electric buses and driverless trains, as well as infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means becoming part of a truly global community of more than 36,300 people dedicated to solving real-world mobility challenges and achieving international projects with sustainable local impact.

Purpose of the job:

The Project Contract Manager (PrCM) is a key member of the project team, working closely with the Project Manager and core project team. He/she provides guidance and leadership to develop, implement, and drive contract/claim management and risk mitigation strategies aligned with Alstom’s business objectives, including extensions of time (EoTs), variation orders, and contract amendments. He/she ensures proper record keeping and file preparation to support robust claim files.

Key accountabilities:

• Ensure application of the Contract, Claims and Insurance Management Manual (CCIM) and Alstom governance.
• Prepare and communicate Contract Summaries, ensuring they are regularly updated.
• Analyze contracts to develop and implement Contract/Claim Management Strategy Plans.
• Ensure timely elaboration, communication, and updating of the Contract Data Requirement List (CDRL) by project team members.
• Monitor project progress toward contractual obligations and milestones.
• Issue contractual notices to customers/partners promptly.
• Establish and implement project-specific commercial procedures for correspondence, notifications, insurance, variation requests/orders, and claims files.
• Maintain reliable filing systems for correspondence with customers/partners.
• Manage correspondence analysis with the Project Manager.
• Develop project-specific processes for contract/claim management.
• Adopt a pragmatic commercial approach based on contractual analysis to protect Alstom’s interests.
• Monitor and manage claims/counterclaims, including documentation and negotiation support.
• Track customer/partner requests for variations, change orders, and extensions, and follow up to closure.
• Provide advice on issues, risks, and contractual/claims activities aligned with project and business objectives.
• Report contract management and claims activities to relevant stakeholders, including legal and contract teams.
• Train key stakeholders in contract/claim management.
• Anticipate risks and propose counter-strategies and solutions.
• Collaborate with project leaders to identify and mitigate risks and claim opportunities.
• Provide reliable contractual and commercial analysis upon management request.
• Travel up to 20-30% as required.

We foster an agile, inclusive, and responsible culture where diverse individuals are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn, and advance their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.