Contract/Project Manager

Contract Manager - Asia area We are now looking for a Contract Manager to join our team working for a better future. The position is permanent and the preferred location is in France, at Surgeres office. What you will be doing As a Contract Manager, you will manage all agreements and projects dedicated to our customers in Asia, linked to the diesel engines refurbishments and associated sub-assemblies used for nuclear applications. You will be responsible for all business related to our customers in Asia and will be reporting to the Agreement Manager within our "Special Application" entity. As Contract Manager, your work will focus on these responsibilities: Ensure management of agreements and projects linked to our Asian customers (analyse, study, understand the project in its entirety and ensure the production & financial follow-ups...). Manage a dedicated team Elaborate the contractual strategy of the project, and analyse the customer’s needs. Setting up contract management tables. Advise and support the operational teams in the interpretation of the contractual terms. Write and follow up the correspondences. Identify risks (legal, contractual, operational, commercial, financial...) and propose corrective measures in compliance with the contract. Manage pre-litigation situations with the support of the Legal Manager. Analyse project developments and contractual impacts, identify commercial levers to improve the operation's margin. Evaluate opportunities to improve the performance and security of the contract. Analyse the indicators and organizational processes of the project that may impact its security. Ensure that contractual deviations are dealt with as soon as possible and their impact and financial compensation. Participate in the creation of the risk management plan and its analysis throughout the project. Lead and manage risks and opportunities by proposing action plans to reduce risks. Be able to guarantee the gross margin level of the project. Participate in the development of amendments. Participate & Contribute to the good relationship with customers, suppliers, partners and subcontractors. To be successful in this role we expect you to have: Have a nuclear sensitive /experience – nuclear culture Have an industrial experience Have a diesel engine knowledge would be appreciated Have strong business and customer focus Have excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships Demonstrable negotiation and influencing experience Have good understanding of budgeting and strategic planning Have high attention to detail Be fluent in French, and English professional Hold good time management and organisation skills - able to effectively manage a dynamic workload Be able to work effectively and efficiently independently and as part of a team Demonstrate situational and cultural sensitivity. Have 5+ years of experience as project/contract manager Master Degree in Project Management / Engineering International journeys are expected In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 20%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually. Why you and us? We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition? We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. Contact & next steps We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. For further questions please reach out to Benoit Michaud, Agreement Manager through email benoit.michaud@wartsila.com with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to). Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country. Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com . #J-18808-Ljbffr