Lead Contract Manager – Sourcing

Switzerland Global Enterprise

Lead Contract Manager providing commercial contract management for GE Vernova's engineering and construction projects. Reviewing contracts, managing subcontract agreements, and mitigating risks in procurement processes.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeOakbrook Terrace • Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts within technology-driven environments, with a strong focus on risk administration and compliance. Proven ability to resolve complex contractual issues and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

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Contract Drafting And NegotiationRisk AdministrationClaims ManagementCommercial AcumenStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementChange Order ManagementSubcontract Agreement DraftingMaster Service Agreement (MSA)Statement Of Work (SOW)Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)Supply Agreement DraftingDispute ResolutionKPI ManagementVariation Order Negotiation

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal CommunicationAttention To DetailAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Supply ChainBachelor’s Degree In Commercial FieldsBachelor’s Degree In Legal FieldsBachelor’s Degree In AccountingBachelor’s Degree In Finance

Industry Keywords

Complex InfrastructureCivil EngineeringConstructionRenewable Energy SectorTechnology Driven Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review the terms and conditions of prime contracts and ensure back-to-back compliance with the overall project execution;
Draft and negotiate key subcontract agreements, MSA, SOW, NDA, Supply Agreements
Draft formal notices and letters to GEV Customers, Subcontractors and Suppliers as required.
Development, drafting, submission and negotiation of Claims and Variation Orders.
Review and mitigate risks through thorough negotiation.
Manage subcontract invoicing disputes through resolution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, commercial, or related fields in legal, accounting or finance.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts in a technology driven, fast-paced environment.
Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time
Preferred candidate experience working within technical environments.
Strong contractual and commercial acumen.
Experience in negotiation and resolution of complex contractual issues.
Experience in contracts/projects with critical interfaces, complex infrastructure (civil engineering, , construction and/or renewable energy sector), complex negotiation and dispute resolution.
Risk administration including change orders, claim management, ability to develop and implement project claim strategy.
Experience in developing, negotiating and managing engineering and construction subcontracts.
Ability to maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPI) on company systems to ensure compliance with requirements.
Ability to support in drafting and follow up of correspondence with stakeholders (customer, suppliers, partners, internal team etc).
Manages formal communication with client, key partners and key subcontractors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Other related duties as assigned.