VIE - Project Contract Manager (m/f)

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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, more than 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Type of contract: Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE). To learn more about the VIE program and the eligibility requirements, please, click here

Could you be the full-time Project Contract Manager we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your contract management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and proactive teammates.

We’ll look to you for:

• Driving the Contract Management activities with the support of allocated resources.
• Proposing and justifying the sizing of the Contract Management team to support the project.
• Ensuring the application of contracts and governance while preparing and maintaining the Contract Summary.
• Developing and implementing the Contract/Claim Management Strategy Plan.
• Monitoring project schedules and ensuring adherence to contractual milestones.
• Managing correspondence, insurance policies, and project-specific commercial procedures.
• Providing creative advice on risks, issues, and claims activities.
• Training key project stakeholders on contract/claim management practices.
• Preparing files and supporting external counsel for litigations or dispute resolution.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• A degree in Law is preferable, but degrees in Engineering, Economics/Finance, or Business with experience in contract management or legal departments are also welcome.
• Experience or understanding of contract management activities, including claims and governance.
• Knowledge of contractual documents, including terms and conditions.
• Familiarity with negotiation practices and risk management.
• Proficiency in English and German (mandatory); additional languages are a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to write reports and present effectively.
• Operational effectiveness, accountability, and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams and bring forward creative solutions.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling.
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.