Job ID: 19979
Benefits OfferingRailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Compensation$240000 - $263000 / year
Position SummaryThe Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for writing, negotiating, administering, monitoring, and managing contracts with various government agencies, contractors, and subcontractors.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties• Manages development and implementation of entire range of contract formation, negotiation and administration policies and processes in accordance with customer expectations and corporate objectives
• Drafts, negotiates, and administers contracts and subcontracts
• Analyzes significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies
• Reviews subcontractor agreements, design agreements and teaming agreements and identifies potential areas of concern
• Manages contract change control process and resolves contract issues that arise from changes
• Monitors contracts and services for compliance
• Recommends negotiation strategy and manages negotiation team on complex contractual issues
• Analyzes new laws, regulations, and contract trends for potential impacts on the business
• Provides guidance to cross-functional internal team members on corporate goals and objectives relating to contract activity
• Assists in estimating and bidding operations to ensure compliance with government regulations
• Assists in the development of and responses to RFPs
• Assesses financial risk of new projects
• Assists in identification, development and implementation of new contract policy and processes
• Prepares reports for management
• Assists in obtaining required permits by coordinating with the appropriate jurisdictions
• May participate in the development of contracts related to new business and partnering agreements
Required Skills and Qualifications- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business Management, Construction Management, or a related field; JD and/or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) desirable
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of contracts management experience with a construction company
- Experience writing, negotiating, and administering a variety of contract types
- Expert knowledge of contracting concepts, regulations, and laws
- Ability to identify, analyze and resolve complex contract issues
- Strong negotiating, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of financial issues and profit and loss implications
- Strong planning and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions- Works in an office environment, but frequently travels locally and nationally
- Sits for long periods of time
- Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
- May require standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
