About the role

The Project Contract Manager will lead contract and claim management activities throughout the project lifecycle to protect project value and ensure commercial performance. They will define contract strategies, manage variations and disputes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and project success.

What they look for

Contract management Claim management Risk management Project management Negotiation Public procurement Stakeholder management Contractual compliance Legal documentation Financial analysis Dispute resolution Strategic planning Communication Problem-solving Decision-making

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in Law, Engineering, Finance, or Economics and possess over 10 years of experience in contract or project management. Proficiency in Portuguese and English, along with knowledge of Portuguese public procurement law, is required.

Benefits

Competitive reward package Continuous learning and development opportunities Supportive and cooperative working environment Career growth opportunities

Full description

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.