Contracts Manager

GE Vernova

Contracts Manager providing end-to-end commercial and risk leadership for GE Vernova's energy projects. Driving dispute avoidance and complex negotiations in energy transition.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $127,500 - $212,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own contractual activities from sales handover through project closeout, ensuring that contractual obligations are understood, managed, and resolved in a timely manner
Lead contract analysis, negotiation, claims management, variation/change orders, customer financing requirements, and dispute avoidance/resolution on high-risk or escalated projects
Identify, assess, and communicate contractual, regulatory, and commercial risks and opportunities, and ensure timely escalation of critical issues
Advise project teams on contractual and regulatory/tax requirements, including notices, correspondence, deliverables, and compliance obligations
Partner with project teams and customers to maintain clear understanding of contract terms and to support successful execution
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Sourcing, Program Management, and other stakeholders to align commercial positions and resolve issues
Support sourcing activities by preparing subcontractor and supplier flow-down packages and reviewing related contractual obligations
Support management of customer and supplier claims, working closely with Legal and business teams on disputes and litigation as required
Support project insurance administration, including submission, monitoring, and settlement of insurance claims
Promote a collaborative working environment that drives functional engagement and supports delivery of project and services metrics
Build consensus across internal and external stakeholders on complex or sensitive contractual matters
Lead initiatives or workstreams related to contract process improvement and issue resolution
Contribute to the development and improvement of contract management processes, tools, and standards within the business

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Contract Management, Legal, Commercial, or EPC/Infrastructure-related discipline; or Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
Proven track record of working across multiple functions and influencing stakeholders at different levels
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills
Experience providing senior-level contract oversight across a portfolio of large, high-value projects
Strong understanding of contract formation, governance, claims, change management, and commercial risk management
Familiarity with renewable industry and project financing
Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex contractual issues independently
Demonstrated success working across functions and engaging with senior leadership
Strong analytical, leadership, negotiation, and executive communication skills
Ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy while working within DOA and Legal guidance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
Retirement funds include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

contract analysisnegotiationclaims managementchange managementcommercial risk managementcontract formationcontract governanceproject financingcontract management processesinsurance claims administration

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsleadership skillsanalytical skillsnegotiation skillsexecutive communication skillsstakeholder engagementcollaborationproblem-solvinginfluence

Certifications

Master’s degree in Contract ManagementBachelor’s degree in relevant discipline