Project Contract Manager

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your Future Role:

Could You Be the Project Contract Manager we’re Looking for in Wellington, New Zealand?

Alstom is seeking an experienced Project Contract Manager to join our team in Wellington, New Zealand, reporting directly to the Project Contract Manager Lead. You’ll work hand-in-hand with the local project team, taking the lead in developing, implementing, and driving proactive contract management and risk mitigation strategies that align with Alstom’s business goals. This role involves overseeing extensions of time (EOTs), variation orders, and contract amendments, while ensuring meticulous record-keeping and thorough file preparation to support the project’s success.

We’ll Look to You For:

• Applying Alstom’s contract, claims, and insurance management manual alongside company governance standards.
• Partnering with the core project team to craft and roll out the Contract Management Strategy Plan.
• Analysing the contract to shape and implement the contract and claims management strategy, regularly updating it with the team as the project progresses.
• Keeping a close eye on work to ensure it meets contract obligations, tracking the project schedule to hit key milestones.
• Issuing contractual notices to customers and partners promptly and effectively.
• Setting up and roll out project-specific commercial procedures, covering correspondence, notifications, insurance, variation requests/orders, and claims preparation.
• Monitoring and manage all correspondence by reviewing incoming and outgoing communications with customers and partners.
• Developing and refine project-specific processes and methods for managing contracts and claims.
  
  

All About You:

• A tertiary degree in Law, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.
• Extensive experience in contract and claims management, particularly in delivering railway, infrastructure, or construction projects.
• The ability to read and interpret contractual documents, including terms, conditions, planning, and technical specifications.
• A solid grasp of project financials and how contract/claim management impacts profitability.
• Skills to anticipate and juggle conflicting priorities with ease.
• Strong familiarity with Contract Management and Project Management tools and systems.
• A proven ability to be operationally effective and take full accountability.
  
  

Things You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working options and additional leave days.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave and novated leasing schemes.
• Comprehensive development programs and award-winning learning opportunities.
• Stability, challenges, and a long-term career path with opportunities for growth across a global industry leader.
• Comprehensive social coverage (life, salary continuance, medical).
  
  

If this sounds like your next big move, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and help us drive success in Wellington.

Important to note:

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: [email protected]. For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.