Contracts Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a Contract Manager to join our dynamic contracts team. In this multifaceted role, you will drive contract management excellence, assess and reduce risk, and provide for proper contract fulfillment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Drives implementation of strategic contract opportunities with the most significant impact on the corporation
• Approves and implements new and revised contract policy and process
• Manages contracts and services in accordance with company policies
• Drafting, evaluating, negotiating and executing the terms and conditions in various contracts covering sales, lease and large rental projects
• Aiding in the preparation of various contracts
• Working with customers on business matters
• Reviewing RFPs, RFQs, Bids, etc. and preparing submittals for each
• Maintaining contractual documents
• Researching and responding to project notices for major projects
• Solving contract-related issues
• Administering company's bonding program; ordering bid, payment/performance as required and other special bonds as may be necessary
• Checking to ensure customers are credit worthy
• Reviewing changes to company standard forms
• Working with outside legal counsel as needed
• Maintain excellent working relationships with customers
• Assist as necessary with insurance renewals and special insurance certificates
• Provides guidance and leadership to cross-functional business team members
• May occasionally lead complex negotiations
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and devise plans to implement these changes

Education And Experience

• Suggested Bachelor’s Degree
• Paralegal Certification
• 5+ years of business experience, Construction industry experience preferred
• Advanced contract and technical knowledge (preferably 5+ years)
• Experience with building leases preferred

Required Skills/Competencies/Qualifications

• Demonstrated conduct that is in alignment with our Core Values
• Customer/client focused
• Self-driven
• Excellent presentation, teambuilding, and leadership skills
• Global perspective of the business environment and technology

Physical/Mental Demands

This position is largely a sedentary role, requiring use of typical office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, and scanners. Position requires a high degree of concentration to manage frequent interruptions while meeting strict deadlines.