Contract Manager – EPC/Utilities (Remote→On-site)

Eliassen Group; Anderson (SC); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with company matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Eliassen Group is seeking a Contract Manager to support services, equipment supply, and materials contracts for a major EPC program. The role oversees contract governance, change orders, performance tracking, reporting, and commercial dispute resolution with internal stakeholders.

Remote to start, the position will become on-site 3–4 days per week in Anderson, SC within 6–9 months. The role involves contractor relationship management, negotiations, troubleshooting, and expediting of parts and

Qualifications

• Contract management experience within Utilities or Construction including governance and changes.
• Experience with contractor performance tracking and reporting.
• Familiarity with EPC contracts.
• Knowledge of project management, plant maintenance or engineering concepts.
• Ability to negotiate with senior management, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with power industry equipment (turbines, generators, boilers, MCCs, breakers, valves).
• Maximo or similar purchasing software knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the commercial single point of contact between the business unit and contractors during contract execution.
• Ensure contract compliance with Supply Chain and other policies.
• Manage contract provisions and coordinate contract change orders with stakeholders.
• Provide commercial contract governance and contribute to contract development and improvement.
• Track and report contractor performance against requirements.
• Coordinate internal resolution of commercial disputes with Risk Management, Legal and leadership.
• Lead contractor relationship management and expedite parts and services to support schedules.
• Conduct hands-on negotiations and troubleshooting to ensure delivery of equipment and services.
• Perform off-site visits to contractor fabrication and equipment shops to monitor progress.
• Support schedule objectives driven by deadlines.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Governance

Change orders

Performance tracking

Reporting

Dispute resolution

Contractor relationship management

Scheduling coordination

Expediting

Power industry knowledge

Maximo knowledge

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Eliassen Group is seeking a Contract Manager to support services, equipment supply, and materials contracts for a major EPC program. The role oversees contract governance, change orders, performance tracking, reporting, and commercial dispute resolution with internal stakeholders.

Remote to start, the position will become on-site 3–4 days per week in Anderson, SC within 6–9 months. The role involves contractor relationship management, negotiations, troubleshooting, and expediting of parts and