• Contracts Manager

    GE Vernova (Greenville, SC)


    Job Description Summary

    Juristen und Nichtjuristen, die die kaufmännische Seite des Geschäfts unterstützen, einschließlich Vertragsentwicklung und Vertragsmanagement, externer Kundenvertrieb von Produkten und Dienstleistungen, öffentliche Aufträge. Stellen auf dieser Ebene funktionieren mit einem gewissen Maß an Autonomie, unterliegen jedoch funktionalen Praktiken und Präzedenzfällen oder werden von genau definierten Richtlinien oder der Überprüfung der Endergebnisse abgedeckt.Die Stelle ermöglicht die Änderung von Arbeitsabläufen und Praktiken, sofern die Endergebnisse den Standards der Akzeptanz (Qualität, Umfang, Aktualität usw.) entsprechen.

    Job Description

    + Implement risk mitigation strategies

    + Develop claims settlement agreements

    + Manage and drive Contract Change Order execution in accordance with GE entitlement, including pursuing extension of time and other claims against Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Companies

    + Pursue, negotiate and obtain insurance claim recoveries

    + Drive Supplier recovery working in conjunction with Sourcing

    + Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of databases to track and drive risk mitigation, vendor recovery and insurance recovery

    + Perform pre-award risk analysis of customer contract terms and conditions

    + Development and negotiation of terms and conditions with major subcontractors

    + Ensure appropriate insurance policies are in place for assigned projects

    + Maintain contract management documentation and electronic files, including contemporaneously obtaining and managing critical back-up documentation for delays, claims, back-charges and rejections

    + Work closely with Project Managers to ensure timely submission of contractual notifications / deliverables

    + Draft Change Orders, letters, replies and notifications to customers

    + Provide contractual analysis and interpretation on project commercial issues and drive to successful resolution and closure

    + Manage the project handoff from sales to the project management team. This includes, Contract page turn, Contract risk review, Commercial Deliverables, request proof of insurance, oversee payment securities and obtain Management authorization to release new projects via Electronic Order Release system (eARS) in a timely manner

    + Issue Internal Change Orders as required

    + Visit customer sites and lead Contract analysis of problems on projects

    + Prepare and present claims mitigation presentations to customers

    Required Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with 3+ years of experience in Contracts Management, project management experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) Power Plants, or similar

    Desired Characteristics

    + Must be located in the Central Time Zone (CST) or Eastern Time Zone (EST)

    + Working hours must be around the EST time zone to accommodate business and clients

    + Ability to travel to US and Latin America project sites as required

    + Ability to work in cross functional teams remotely located

    + Contract reading and writing experience

    + Claims and contract management experience

    + Excellent English speaking and writing skills

    + Strong presentation and negotiation skills

    + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Legal or Management

    + Ability to handle many complex issues concurrently

    + 5+ years claims management experience

    + Construction claims negotiation experience

    + Developer or EPC Experience, preferably in the Power Industry

    + A sense of urgency and customer-focused responsiveness

     

    Please note: This is an EVERGREEN position, meaning that the Talent Acquisition Specialist will contact suitable candidates as soon as the intake for this vacancy opens. Currently we are gathering potential applicants.

     

    At GE, we are always searching for great talent. While we might not have a specific job for you today, we want to know about you when we do. As actual openings become available, you may be contacted to discuss a potential opportunity.

     

    Additional Information

     

    GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

     

    GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

     

    **Relocation Assistance Provided:** No

     

    GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.