We’re the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.
We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.
We’re looking for Senior Contracts Manager – West and Central Africa will lead the full end-to-end contract lifecycle from bid to close-out, ensuring commercial value delivery, risk mitigation, and governance across complex energy and infrastructure projects

Why Aggreko?
• Position will be based in Ivory coast or Senegal
• Competitive compensation package
• Industry-leading benefit plans including medical insurance
• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities
• Safety-focused culture

What you’ll do:
Contract Lifecycle Ownership
• Lead the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from tender and proposal development through to contract execution, renewal, and close-out
• Collaborate with legal, commercial, technical, and finance teams to structure contracts that are clear, enforceable, and commercially sound
• Draft, review, and manage the contract summary document, including all updates, addenda, and key obligations
• Define clear RACI matrices for each stage of the contract, ensuring seamless transition from pre-award to operations
• Track and enforce performance obligations, milestones, and commercial triggers throughout the contract term
• Lead structured post-contract reviews to capture lessons learned and inform future contract strategies

Operational Execution & Monitoring
• Own the Project Review Pack, providing timely insights on contract health, risks, and performance
• Ensure accurate billing, revenue capture, and invoicing tied to contractual T&Cs (Capacity, O&M, Energy)
• Monitor adherence to contractual commitments from all parties and flag deviations early
• Support project teams in execution planning and scope governance
• Drive visibility on contract margins and value leakage throughout execution

Governance, Risk & Dispute Management
• Identify, quantify, and track contractual risks proactively from onboarding through delivery
• Act as a key stakeholder in resolving disputes and claims, working closely with legal and leadership
• Ensure documentation control and compliance with audit readiness across the lifecycle
• Lead structured processes for change orders, recharges, contract renewals, and expansions


Continuous Improvement
• Champion continuous process optimization in contract management workflows
• Build and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard clauses aligned with governance frameworks
• Coach commercial and project teams on contract awareness and execution best practices

You’ll have the following skills and experience:
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in law, Engineering. Holder of both degrees will be factored for selection
• Contract management certifications (e.g., CCM, WorldCC) are preferred

Experience
• +8 years of experience in contract management across Energy, O&G sectors
• Proven track record in managing complex contracts end-to-end: from proposal stage to final account close-out
• Strong exposure to cross-functional collaboration in project-based environments


Core Competencies
• Strong legal and commercial acumen
• Strategic mindset with attention to lifecycle performance
• Skilled in risk identification and de-risking strategies
• High accuracy and problem-solving orientation
• Stakeholder influence and cross-border coordination
• Systems proficiency in contract management and reporting tools
• French and English proficiency is required