Contract Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the contract review and negotiation process with clients and other stakeholders to secure beneficial terms that align with the company’s goals while minimizing risks.
• Draft, review, and revise various types of contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, sales and purchase agreements, change orders, warranty claims, vendor and subcontractor agreements, and licensing contracts, ensuring they are accurate, compliant, and legally sound.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements, maintaining adherence to industry standards, legal regulations, and company policies.
• Manage contractual risks such as liabilities, indemnities, and intellectual property rights to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Maintain an organized system for contract documentation, tracking key dates, deadlines, and deliverables, and provide timely updates to relevant parties.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners to ensure efficient contract execution and resolve disputes effectively.
• Resolve contract disputes and claims through negotiation, mediation, or arbitration, aiming for fair solutions that maintain business relationships.
• Identify and implement improvements in contract management processes, policies, and procedures to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including sales, legal, finance, and operations, to coordinate contract-related activities and meet strategic business goals.
• Assist the Sourcing and Procurement team in negotiating with suppliers to secure favorable terms as necessary.
• Prepare and present regular reports and analyses on contract performance, including financial metrics, compliance status, and risk evaluations, to support decision-making and business planning.
• Supervise administrative staff or others as needed to support administrative functions.
• Perform any other duties as required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 7-10 years of experience managing negotiations and contracts for multi-million dollar projects ($50M – $100M) in construction, manufacturing, or procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Construction Management, Legal Studies, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., Certified Commercial Contracts Manager, Certified Professional Contracts Manager) preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing construction and procurement contracts, ideally within the renewable energy or power sectors.
• Deep knowledge of contract law, legal terminology, and commercial terms and conditions.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical abilities to evaluate complex contractual issues, identify potential risks, and devise innovative solutions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills, adept at handling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• J.d. nice to have