Contracts Manager

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Senior Contracts Manager managing high-risk projects related to energy transition at GE Vernova. Leading negotiations, contract management, and risk mitigation from sales to project closeout.

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.
Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex contractual issues independently.
Strong analytical, leadership, negotiation, and executive communication skills.
Familiarity with renewable industry and project financing
Position is based in Pittsburgh, with up to 20% travel required.

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
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
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 managementvariation/change ordersdispute resolutioncontractual obligations managementregulatory complianceproject insurance administrationcontract management processescommercial risk assessment

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsleadershipanalytical skillsnegotiation skillsinfluencing stakeholdersproblem-solvingcollaborationconsensus buildingexecutive communication

Certifications

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