Manager, Contract Management - Data Center

Join SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure, where you’ll work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing environment. We pair cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure, strengthening America's future.

Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, SB Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects in the United States. With over 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi-GW pipeline, we leverage AI-based digital platforms and a culture of innovation to build the energy and infrastructure future—today.

About the role

As a member of the Data Center Supply Chain team, the Manager of Contract Management will play a critical role in the contractual strategy and execution for large-scale data center projects. This role involves managing the development, negotiation, and administration of EPC, long-lead equipment, and Site Ops-related contractual agreements, supporting projects from RFP through close-out. You will optimize risk allocation, compliance, schedule, and cost outcomes while representing ownership interests in all contractual matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation, issuance, and full-cycle contract management for EPC, OFCI equipment, Site Ops Procurement, and major supply agreements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of contract documents.
• Hire and train contract management specialists or train other team members in contract negotiation and administration.
• Negotiate and execute complex contracts, ensuring risk, schedule, and cost objectives are met.
• Develop, standardize, and update contract templates, terms, and negotiation playbooks tailored to fast-paced data center projects.
• Collaborate with legal, procurement, project management, engineering, and finance to ensure contractual compliance, scope clarity, and coordinated project delivery.
• Support the Project Team with change orders, claims, extensions, amendments, close-outs, and dispute resolution to minimize commercial impacts and maintain project momentum.
• Oversee vendor prequalification, bid evaluation, and long-lead equipment procurement processes.
• Track contract obligations, critical milestones, notice periods, and deliverables to ensure adherence to owner objectives.
• Report regularly on contracting activities, risk exposure, and project commitments to leadership.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, construction management, engineering, law, or a related field; Master’s or JD preferred.
• 5+ years of contract management experience within the data center, mission-critical infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects.
• Demonstrated success negotiating and administering EPC and procurement contracts (including LLE/OFCI scopes) for data center projects.
• Strong working knowledge of contract law, construction regulations, commercial risk allocation, and claims/dispute management.
• Proficiency with contract management and document control software (Procore, MS Office, Adobe).
• Exceptional organizational, negotiation, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communications skills.
• Adept at managing multiple simultaneous priorities, deadlines, and high-value contracts in a fast-paced development environment.
• Experience with the full project lifecycle, from initial supplier qualification through RFP, contracting, construction, and close-out, for hyperscale or colocation data center projects is highly valued.

Location

San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, CA, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, or Houston, TX. Hybrid.

Pay

Base Pay: $140,000 - $170,000. The pay range is a guideline; offers are tailored based on skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks while ensuring internal parity. Total rewards may include performance-based bonuses, equity grants, and a comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents).
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays.
• 12 Weeks Parental Leave.
• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions).
• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions).
• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup.
• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data.
• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans.
• Device Purchase Support.

SB Energy is committed to serving local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and mentorship programs focused on engineering and clean energy. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.