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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Expertise in Contract Management and Legal Analysis for Gas Turbine Power Plant Projects, with a strong focus on risk mitigation, claims management, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead project phases, negotiate commercial issues, and maintain rigorous documentation standards.

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Contract ManagementRisk Mitigation StrategiesClaims Settlement AgreementsProject Management SkillsStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract AnalysisNegotiationClaims ManagementChange Order ExecutionRisk AnalysisDocumentation StandardsProject Phase SupportSupplier RecoveryCustomer Relationship ManagementInsurance Claim Recovery

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Order Release System (eARS)Database Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

Gas Turbine Power PlantLegal & Contract ManagementInternational ProjectsCommercial IssuesClaims Mitigation

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, negotiations, commercial issues, 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 of customer terms and conditions
Research and author claims settlement agreements
Lead analysis of on-site problems and present claims mitigation strategies to customers
Manage Contract Change Order execution in accordance with GE entitlement
Pursue extensions of time and draft associated notices, letters, and replies
Ensure Delegation of Authority is followed for Contract change orders
Research, pursue, negotiate, and obtain insurance claim recoveries
Drive supplier recoveries with Sourcing or appropriate functions
Collaborate across ITO, project management, finance, and customer teams
Maintain database tracking, electronic files, and contract management documentation
Manage critical backup documentation for delays, claims, and back-charges
Partner with Project Managers on contractual notifications, deliverables, and customer communications
Obtain Management authorization to release new projects via the Electronic Order Release system (eARS)
Maintain eARS and issue Internal Change Orders as required
Maintain rigorous documentation standards
Travel to project sites or other locations as required
Navigate ambiguous 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 roles outside the USA
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
Demonstrated 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 to project sites or other locations as required, up to 15%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
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
Relocation assistance not provided