Senior Contract Manager

GE Vernova

. Lead Contract Management support for complex equipment and extended-scope domestic and international Gas Turbine Power Plant Projects .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $127,500 - $212,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Legal and Contract Management, with a strong focus on risk mitigation strategies, claims management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead projects, analyze commercial issues, and maintain documentation standards in complex Gas Turbine Power Plant projects.

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Legal And Contract ManagementClaims ManagementRisk Mitigation StrategiesProject ManagementStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract Change Order ExecutionContractual AnalysisNegotiationClaims Settlement AgreementsPre-Award Risk Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Order Release System (eARS)Database Tracking

Industry Keywords

Gas Turbine Power Plant ProjectsCommercial Issue ManagementCustomer RelationshipsSupplier RelationshipsDelegation Of Authority

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Contract Management support for complex equipment and extended-scope domestic and international Gas Turbine Power Plant Projects
Support all project phases, including ITO and OTR, through negotiations, commercial issue management, customer and supplier relationships, claims, disputes, and insurance
Provide authoritative contractual analysis, interpretation, and guidance on project commercial issues
Research, develop, and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies and perform pre-award risk analysis
Research and author claims settlement agreements and lead on-site problem analysis and claims mitigation strategies
Manage Contract Change Order execution, extensions of time, notices, letters, and replies
Ensure Delegation of Authority is followed for contract change orders
Pursue, negotiate, and obtain insurance claim and supplier recoveries
Collaborate across ITO, project management, finance, sourcing, and customer teams
Maintain database tracking, electronic files, contract documentation, and critical backup for delays, claims, and back-charges
Partner with Project Managers on contractual notifications, deliverables, and customer communications
Obtain management authorization for project release through the Electronic Order Release system (eARS)
Maintain eARS and issue Internal Change Orders as required
Maintain documentation standards and travel to project sites or other locations as required
Navigate cross-functional issues and drive resolution of claims, agreements, and commercial challenges from start to finish

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in Legal & Contract Management
For USA roles: Master's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to lead programs/projects
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Established project management skills
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
Willingness to travel up to 15% as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance not provided