Contract Manager (Commercial Law/Construction Law)

Overview

This full-time, permanent position is for a Contract Manager supporting the Smart infrastructure (SI) Buildings Business Unit within the organization’s Legal, Compliance and Intellectual Property group.

The role offers remote work from home with the expectation of working within the PST time zone during regular business hours (as assigned).

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize routine and non-routine commercial contractual documents with efficiency and accuracy.
• Assess complex solicitations, identify potential risks and regulatory considerations, and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate and analyze terms, conditions, and legal requirements within proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulations, providing guidance and support to branch offices and management.
• Identify risk analysis factors and provide recommendations related to contract terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop responses and propose alternative terms or language as needed.
• Organize, manage, and prioritize multiple proposal efforts concurrently.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 5 years of reviewing construction contracts for large projects, including drafting of contract addenda and contract modifications, industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
• 5 years of experience negotiating and modifying the following contract topics:
  • Indemnification
  • Limits of Liability
  • Consequential Damages
  • Intellectual Property
• Track record of effectively incorporating risk-mitigating clauses into contracts or by addenda to enhance operational and legal outcomes.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), government policies and regulations, and other applicable laws governing procurement.
• Management and review of subcontractor agreements and relationships.
• Advanced experience in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
• Proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law degree preferred.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in contract documentation and administration.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures specific to construction projects.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings commonly found in construction contracts.
• Knowledge of complex contract topics, such as cybersecurity, privacy, and insurance.
• Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and legal teams.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and their application to contract administration in construction projects.
• Understanding of risk management principles and strategies within the context of construction contracts.
• Advanced presentation and contract training skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $74,970 - $128,520 annually.
• Target incentive: 10% of the base salary.
• Actual base pay may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
• Health and wellness benefits are available.

Location

• Buffalo Grove - Illinois - United States of America
• Norfolk - Virginia - United States of America

Additional Information

• Job ID: 522384
• Posted since: 03-Nov-2026
• Experience level: Mid-level Professional
• Job type: Full-time
• Work mode: Remote only
• Employment type: Permanent

Candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local and state laws.