Join a leading construction organization as a
Senior Manager, Contracts & Commercial Risk! This is an exciting permanent opportunity for a senior finance and commercial leader to negotiate major contracts, manage project risks, and partner with leadership to drive business performance.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial leadership with hands-on commercial contract negotiation experience. Construction experience is an asset, but candidates with strong commercial risk and contract negotiation backgrounds from other industries are also encouraged to apply.
Location: Denver, Colorado or Phoenix, Arizona
Work Arrangement: In-office
Relocation Assistance: Available
Compensation- Denver: $180,000-$190,000 annually
- Phoenix: $175,000-$185,000 annually
- Performance-based bonus
Benefits & Perks- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Employee share ownership program
- Retirement savings plan with company matching
- Paid parental leave and wellness support
- Leadership development and career growth opportunities
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Responsibilities- Lead and develop the finance and commercial risk team.
- Partner with senior leadership to drive financial performance, forecasting, and cash flow management.
- Negotiate major commercial contracts with clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
- Identify and manage contractual, financial, and project-related risks.
- Oversee contract reviews, bid assessments, claims, insurance, and bonding requirements.
- Ensure contract compliance, strong financial controls, and consistent business practices.
Qualifications- 8+ years of experience in finance, commercial risk, contract management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of leadership experience.
- Strong commercial contract negotiation experience, ideally involving major clients or complex projects.
- Solid understanding of commercial risk, contract terms, claims, and financial management.
- Experience in construction or a project-based industry is preferred.
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; CPA designation is an asset.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Must be willing to work in Denver, CO, or Phoenix, AZ, with relocation assistance available.
