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.

Could you be the full-time onsite Project Contract Manager in St. Bruno, QC, CA we’re looking for?

• The Project Contract Manager (PrCM) is a key member of the Project Core Team, working in close collaboration with the Project Manager and wider project team. The PrCM is responsible for preparing, coordinating, and following up on contract management activities throughout the project lifecycle.

  The PrCM contributes to the development and implementation of proactive contract and claims strategies that align with Alstom’s business objectives, including extensions of time (EoTs), variation orders, and contract amendments.

  The PrCM ensures proper record‑keeping and the preparation of robust claim files. They serve as an expert safeguarding Alstom’s interests and recovery of claimed amounts. The position is based in Alstom’s Saint-Bruno offices.

  Key Accountabilities

  • Drive Contract Management activities, ensuring compliance and conformance by Alstom and the project team.
  • Apply proactive Contract Management practices.
  • Ensure application of the CCIM (Contracts, Claims and Insurance Management Manual) and Alstom governance, raising alerts when non-conformities are identified.
  • Collaborate with the Project Core Team to prepare and contribute to the Contract/Claims Management Strategy Plan, including deployment of appropriate tools and best practices.
  • Organize and lead Contract Management Initiatives with the Project Core Team.
  • Analyze the contract to develop and maintain the Contract/Claim Management Strategy Plan, reviewing it with the project team quarterly.
  • Contribute to the Project Monthly Report.
  • Monitor project progress toward contractual obligations and milestones.
  • Ensure timely issuance of contractual notices to customers and partners.
  • Develop and monitor claims strategies in line with contractual terms and business goals.
  • Identify, validate, and assess risks and opportunities.
  • Establish, implement, and maintain commercial/claims procedures related to correspondence, notifications, insurance, delays, variations, and claim documentation.
  • Oversee preparation and administration of claims, ensuring reliable filing and easy access to correspondence and records.
  • Manage and analyze incoming and outgoing correspondence with customers and partners.
  • Contribute to Return of Experience (REX) documentation.
  • Monitor and maintain the project’s insurance policy in collaboration with the Regional Insurance Manager, informing them of any project changes affecting coverage.
  • Develop project‑specific processes and working methods for contract/claim management.
  • Develop a pragmatic commercial claims strategy based on thorough contract analysis to protect and defend Alstom’s interests.
  • Provide reliable contractual and claims analysis upon management request.

Knowledge of a language other than French is an asset when dealing with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues and customers. In Quebec, French remains the main working language of our company.

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.

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