Contract Manager

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== The Contract Manager will lead Contract Management support in the execution of complex equipment and extended scope, domestic and international Gas Turbine Power Plant Projects. **Job Description** =================== **Essential Responsibilities** The Contract Manager will be a commercial expert in preventing and mitigating high dollar value claims and risks. In this role, you will: * **Risk Mitigation Strategy:** Research, develop, and implement strategies to minimize project risk, including conducting pre-award contract analysis and claims mitigation presentations. * **Contractual Lifecycle Management:** Drive the execution of Change Orders, contract amendments, and commercial notifications while ensuring timely project documentation and record-keeping. * **Claim Settlement & Negotiation:** Research and author claims settlement agreements, negotiate terms with major subcontractors, and lead commercial issue resolution. * **Recovery Management:** Pursue insurance and supplier recoveries in collaboration with Sourcing, ensuring all claims are actively negotiated and obtained. * **Time & Delay Claims:** Manage EPC-related claims, including pursuing Extensions of Time (EOT) and managing back-charges or rejections. * **Database & System Governance:** Maintain accurate tracking databases for risks and recoveries, and manage the Electronic Order Release system (eARS) for project authorizations. * **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with Project Managers and remote teams to ensure timely submission of contractual deliverables and consistent project oversight. * **Customer-Focused Responsiveness:** Maintain a high sense of urgency when addressing customer-facing issues, including leading on-site contract analysis. * **Insurance Oversight:** Ensure that all assigned projects have the appropriate insurance policies in place and effectively manage policy-related recoveries. * **Operational Flexibility:** Support project success through required travel to sites in the US and Latin America and maintain proficiency in remote, cross-functional teamwork. **Qualifications/Requirements** * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Management * Experience in contract administration and project management. * Excellent English speaking and writing skills * Claims management experience * Contract reading and writing experience **Desired Characteristics** * Strong presentation and negotiation skills * Ability to handle many complex issues concurrently * Advanced skills in contract terms and conditions interpretation and development * Solid understanding of Business Law fundamentals * Personal computer and software experience including preparation of complex computer graphics presentations * Prime contract commercial experience (domestic and international) * Construction claims negotiation experience * Developer or EPC Experience, preferably in the Power Industry * Project Management Leadership Program (PMLP) Graduate ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** No #LI-Remote - This is a remote position