Major Projects Supply Chain Associate Category Manager, Commercial Governance

Irving, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Job Summary

The Supply Chain Associate Category Manager Commercial Governance provides focused commercial governance over the EPC agreement and major owner-furnished equipment contracts ensuring compliance disciplined change management accurate milestone validation and claims prevention. This individual must be able to interpret complex contracts manage high-volume change processes and interface effectively with Legal Project Controls and EPC commercial teams.

Job Description

Key Roles & Responsibilities

EPC Contract Administration

Serve as the owners primary contract administrator for the EPC agreement
Interpret and enforce contract terms conditions and commercial provisions
Manage the formal change control process including evaluation documentation and approval
Ensure contract deliverables are tracked validated and documented
Identify potential claims and disputes early and coordinate resolution strategies with Legal

Milestone & Payment Governance

Validate that contractual milestones are genuinely earned before recommending payment
Track milestone completion against project schedule and contract requirements
Administer progress payment processes with appropriate documentation
Monitor and enforce incentive and liquidated damage provisions
Maintain payment tracking and forecasting for project financial reporting

Change Management & Claims Prevention

Own the commercial change log and ensure all changes are documented evaluated and dispositioned
Evaluate commercial impact of scope changes schedule adjustments and force majeure events
Coordinate with Legal on contract interpretation questions and dispute avoidance
Track cumulative change impact to prevent scope creep from eroding contract value
Support the team in preparing for commercial negotiations and dispute resolution

Commercial Documentation & Audit Readiness

Maintain auditable commercial records for all EPC and major OFE contracts
Ensure correspondence meeting minutes and decisions are formally documented
Support internal and external audits with complete organized contract files
Prepare commercial status reports for the Director and project leadership

Education Experience & Skill Requirements

Education

Bachelors degree ; Business Administration Finance Engineering or Contract Management or equivalent

Experience

1012 yearsof EPC or large capital project contract administration experience
Strong track record ofclaims prevention and change managementin complex projects
Experience working with internal and external legal counsel on contract disputes
Nuclear or regulated industry experience preferred; power generation or infrastructure preferred
Category management and associated Supply Chain functional foundation
Project management experience a plus

Skills

Expert-level contract interpretation and drafting skills
Strong understanding of OFE and EPC contract structures
Proficiency in contract management systems and ERP platforms (Conga Maximo a plus)
Demonstrated strategic accumen
Strong analytical and financial skills
Meticulous attention to detail and documentation discipline
Strong written communication skills (contract language formal correspondence)
Collaborative relationship with Legal while maintaining commercial independence
Comfort with ambiguity and evolving contract interpretations
Traveling will be required depending on the project phase

LEVEL OF POSITION WILL BE DETERMINED BY APPLICABLE SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Job Family

Supply Chain

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving Texas

Texas

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Manager