Contract Review Specialist

About the role

Founded in 1975, this employee-owned engineering and professional services firm operates across diverse industries including data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and infrastructure. The organization addresses complex technical challenges by delivering integrated engineering and consulting services, combining specialized expertise with support functions such as business development, human resources, finance, IT, and marketing to achieve lasting solutions. The CONTRACT REVIEW SPECIALIST role is responsible for managing a high volume of commercial contracts including engineering, architectural, professional services, consulting, and related agreements. This position ensures efficient contract review and administration by collaborating with various internal teams, maintaining contract management systems, and supporting compliance and risk management. The role is critical to enabling smooth operational workflows and mitigating contractual risks.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and process commercial contracts and related documents.
• Draft, revise, and negotiate contract terms, amendments, renewals, and work orders.
• Identify contractual risks and escalate complex legal issues appropriately.
• Coordinate contract reviews with stakeholders to ensure timely processing.
• Develop and maintain a centralized contract management system and related processes.
• Maintain contract templates, standard clauses, and negotiation guidelines.
• Track contract obligations, milestones, expiration dates, renewals, and insurance requirements.
• Assist in improving contract workflows, approval processes, and operational efficiency.
• Support procurement, project management, and business teams throughout contract lifecycles.
• Maintain organized contract records and provide status reporting.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and contractual requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in contract review, administration, or management.
• Proven experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Familiarity with engineering, architectural, consulting, professional services, or construction-related agreements.
• Strong contract drafting and interpretation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Law degree not required.

Preferred: Experience with contract lifecycle management systems, knowledge of procurement and vendor management, and relevant certifications such as paralegal or contract management credentials.

Pay

Salary range: $70,000 to $78,000 USD per year. Eligible for performance-based bonuses and equity participation.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match