GE Vernova

Head of Contract Manager – HVDC

GE Vernova
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects with a strong foundation in international contract law. Proficient in contractual analysis, negotiation, and communication, with fluency in both German and English.

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Contract ManagementEPC Project ManagementRisk AssessmentContract NegotiationFluency in German and English

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Assume end-to-end accountability for project contractual activities from Sales/Commercial hand-over through final client acceptance and resolution of outstanding contractual obligations
  • Lead a team of contract managers responsible for a portfolio of HVDC projects
  • Provide guidance, support, knowledge transfer, and professional development to the team
  • Advise project directors and cross-functional teams on contractual aspects of sourcing, procurement, engineering, site management, construction, commissioning, and testing
  • Provide expert analysis and clarification on contractual and legal queries, collaborating with Legal when necessary
  • Drive project start-ups through contract analysis and development of Project Contract Commercial Plans
  • Contribute to overall project execution strategy
  • Oversee contractual communication and lead customer change-order strategies
  • Drive margin enhancement initiatives and claim processes, including insurance-related matters
  • Analyze and define contractual rights and obligations relating to partners
  • Lead drafting, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts and amendments
  • Ensure key main-contract terms are mirrored in supplier agreements
  • Collaborate with service teams on defect notifications and warranty-period resolution procedures
  • Partner with the Regional Contract Management Leader to define and execute the strategic roadmap for Contract Management

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • A degree in Engineering (ideally High-Voltage Electrical) with a strong foundation in international contract law; OR a degree in Law (construction specialization preferred)
  • Substantial experience in managing large, complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects
  • Demonstrated ability to anticipate risks, perform complex risk assessments, and resolve high-stakes issues
  • Reliable assessment of contractual rights and requirements, including specific recommendations for action to project leadership
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken, required
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, primarily within Germany and the Netherlands
  • In-depth technical knowledge and experience regarding electrical engineering, civil works, and offshore construction projects

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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Hard Skills
Contractual AnalysisContract DraftingLegal ComplianceProject Contract Commercial PlansMargin Enhancement InitiativesSubcontract AdministrationElectrical Engineering KnowledgeConstruction ManagementRisk ManagementChange-Order Strategies
Soft Skills
Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing Cross-Functional TeamsOwnership and AccountabilityTeam LeadershipKnowledge Transfer
Industry Keywords
High-Voltage Electrical EngineeringInternational Contract LawConstruction SpecializationOffshore Construction ProjectsCivil WorksContractual ObligationsClient AcceptanceDefect NotificationsWarranty Period ResolutionStrategic Roadmap for Contract Management