At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can’t afford to fail. We’re more than 80,000 people worldwide creating the industry’s most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.
More than a job: a mission
We’re looking for a Project Contract Manager to drive contract strategy and protect project value in complex, high-impact mobility projects. This role sits at the core of project delivery, ensuring commercial performance, mitigating risks, and enabling smarter decision-making.
You’ll work alongside committed teams who take ownership and collaborate globally - because they know what’s at stake: delivering infrastructure that connects cities.
Your role, your impact
- Lead contract and claim management activities across the project lifecycle
- Define and implement Contract Management Strategy Plans (CMSP)
- Drive risk reviews and mitigation strategies on a regular basis
- Manage variations, claims, extensions of time (EoTs) and contractual notices
- Ensure compliance with contract, claims and insurance management standards (CCIM)
- Support negotiations with customers, partners and suppliers
- Monitor contractual obligations, milestones and project performance
- Prepare and manage documentation for claims, disputes (e.g. DAB) and litigation support
- Collaborate transversally with project teams, legal, procurement and finance
You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams across project management, engineering, finance and legal - solving complex contractual challenges that directly impact project success.
What you bring
- Degree in Law, Engineering, Finance, Economics or related field
- Strong experience in contract/claim management or project management (10+ years preferred)
- Knowledge of Portuguese law and public procurement (CCP)
- Fluency in Portuguese and English
- Ability to interpret complex contractual and technical documentation
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Experience in multinational engineering or infrastructure projects (a plus)
- Spanish or French (a plus)
How success is measured
- Timely and effective handling of variations, claims and contractual obligations
- Quality of risk management and mitigation strategies
- Achievement of Contract Management KPIs
- Contribution to project profitability and dispute avoidance/resolution
- Effectiveness in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
Alstom, a great place to grow
- Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career in a global organisation
- Collaborate with international and cross-functional teams
- Contribute to innovative and sustainable mobility projects
- Benefit from a supportive and cooperative working environment
- Steer your career across functions and countries
- Access continuous learning and development opportunities
- Receive a competitive reward package aligned with your performance and potential
Here, progress isn’t always easy - the scale is massive, the challenges are complex - but the impact is real. Because when systems run and cities connect, your work makes the difference.
