Contract / Risk Specialist

My client, a top US architectural firm with over 60 years in business, is seeking a Contract/Risk Specialist to join their team. The current manager will train this person to transition into the manager role next year. The company boasts stability, low employee turnover, and growth opportunities, located onsite in the Gulch area of Nashville with free parking.

About the role

Work in close collaboration with the current Risk Manager, firm leadership, Principals, design team members, and the marketing team. Travel 10% to industry events and to occasionally meet with clients.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, negotiate, and communicate proposals and contracts with clients, project owners, consultants, and business partners (master agreements already exist).
• Analyze RFQs and RFPs to identify potential contractual risks and provide guidance on response strategies.
• Review special forms, certifications, and supplemental conditions within project specifications and provide recommendations.
• Deliver risk management and insurance education throughout the organization, including training for emerging professionals and promoting awareness of risk management best practices.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external legal counsel and insurance providers regarding contracts, claims, and professional liability matters.
• Maintain and track contract-related records, certificates of insurance, and other compliance documentation.
• Conduct research related to professional licensing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support project teams by identifying and resolving issues related to contractual obligations, risk exposure, and professional liability.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of contract experience, including contract negotiation and drafting, in risk identification, assessment, and mitigations.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Architecture, engineering, or construction industry experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Amazing, inexpensive health insurance effective on day one (no waiting period).
• Up to 5% 401(k) match.
• Bonus and profit sharing.

Pay

Salary is up to $110,000 base plus bonus and profit sharing.

Schedule

Permanent direct hire, onsite in Nashville with 10% travel in the US.