Contract Specialist

About the role

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, recognized for its innovation, integrity, commitment to quality, and inclusive culture. We provide clients and partners across the United States and internationally with trusted, comprehensive expertise. This position is responsible for drafting, reviewing, redlining, negotiating, and administering engineering, consulting, and construction contracts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and decision-making skills, the ability to identify and mitigate contractual risk, and the ability to work effectively with executive leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise a variety of contract documents, including non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, engineering agreements, joint venture agreements, construction contracts, and related legal documents.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions in alignment with company policies, legal requirements, and risk management objectives.
• Work closely with executive management to support business goals and ensure contractual commitments align with organizational priorities.
• Review contractual and business risks and recommend practical solutions to reduce exposure.
• Communicate professionally with clients and internal stakeholders while supporting strong business relationships.
• Assist with special projects and other assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, insurance, engineering, law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience drafting, negotiating, analyzing, and interpreting contract documents.
• Strong ability to assess and manage contractual risk.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make administrative and procedural decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly and professionally.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of contractual matters.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Schedule

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our downtown Chicago, IL office and 2 days working remotely from home.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Compensation Range: $89,450.00 – $129,490.00