Project Contract Manager (PrCM)

About the Role The Project Contract Manager (PrCM) is a key member of the project team, working with the Project Manager and core project team to develop, implement, and drive proactive contract/claim management and risk mitigation strategies in line with Alstom’s business objectives, including extensions of time (EoTs), variation orders and contract amendments. He/she ensures proper record keeping and file preparation in support of robust claim files. What You'll Do

• Provide support to the project's supply management department in negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure technical and contractual conditions.
• Manage the administration of subcontracts, identifying obligations and responsibilities for each contract and ensuring both parties meet their contractual obligations.
• Ensure application of Contract, Claims and Insurance Management Manual (CCIM) and Alstom governance.
• Prepare Contract Summaries and ensure they are communicated and updated.
• Prepare with Core Project Team the Contract Management Strategy Plan (CMSP).
• Organize Contract Management Day with the Core Project Team.
• Analyze contracts to implement the Contract/Claim Management Strategy Plan and keep it updated and communicated with the project team on a quarterly basis.
• Contribute to the CDRL with the Project Team so that it is launched on time, accurately communicated, and updated.
• Monitor work toward contract obligations including project schedule milestones.
• Ensure timely issuance of contractual notices.
• Establish and implement project-specific commercial procedures, particularly regarding correspondences, notices, insurance, variation requests/orders, and claims preparation files.
• In collaboration with the Documentation Controller and/or Project Contract Administrator, ensure reliable filing and easy access of all correspondences.
• Monitor/manage correspondence with third parties.
• Monitor/manage insurance policies and keep their validity in collaboration with Regional Insurance Manager.
• Develop and implement project-specific processes for contract/claim management.
• Develop a pragmatic commercial approach based on contractual analysis of the project to protect Alstom interests.
• Monitor, record, and notify customers/partners and any third party regarding claims/counterclaims and prepare and manage all documents for claims negotiations.
• Monitor customer/partner requests for variations/change orders/extensions; drive to closure, update registers, prepare commercial offers, and draft associated letters for approvals.
• Provide proactive advice on issues, risks, contractual/claims activities aligned with contract and business objectives.
• Report contract management and claims activities to the project, Legal, and Contract Management teams.
• Ensure Contract management KPIs are reported by deadlines, gathering inputs from key supplier Contract Managers and Insurance Managers.
• Provide training on contract/claim management to key stakeholders.
• Anticipate events and risks, proposing alternative proactive solutions to keep situations under control.
• Work closely with Project Directors, Project Managers, Project Controllers, Project Engineering Managers, Key Supplier Contract Managers, and Project Planning Managers to identify risks and maximize claim opportunities.
• Provide reliable contractual and commercial analysis on demand.
• For Dispute Arbitration Board (DAB) or similar non-litigation dispute resolution mechanisms, prepare DAB files and participate in the process.
• For litigation processes, support the Legal team or external counsel.
• Travel up to 20-30% of the time. What We're Looking For
• A degree in Law, Engineering, Finance, Technical, Economics, or business sciences.
• English (mandatory) and minimum of five years of Contract Management experience.
• Ability to read and interpret contractual documents, including terms and conditions, planning, and technical specifications.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Ability to understand project financials. Nice to Have
• Experience with CCIM and governance.
• Experience in insurance policy management and coordination.
• Experience with DAB/arbitration or litigation support. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary not disclosed
• Benefits not disclosed