Project Commercial Contracts Manager (remote with travel, renewables construction)

Overview

This role involves remote-based commercial contract management for a project during the pre-construction and execution phases. Up to 50% travel to the job site is required.

Responsibilities include administering EPC contracts in partnership with project leadership, supporting risk identification and management during execution, contributing during pre-construction activities and negotiations as needed, and coordinating with site leadership, Commercial, and Legal teams to monitor and manage contractual terms.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team in administering project contracts, including drafting client notices in accordance with contractual requirements (e.g., force majeure, owner-caused delays, and other notice-required matters)
• Assist with key contract terms review after contract award but prior to mobilization
• Draft contractual notices to subcontractors and suppliers regarding performance and other execution-related matters
• Participate in regular project team meetings and proactively engage with the project team
• Advise the Project Manager on contractual change requirements, including monitoring and tracking changes and claims through final resolution
• Support the Project Manager, project team, and insurance team in administering, tracking, documenting, and closing insurance claims
• Support project closeout to ensure all contractual requirements are met, including administration of certificates and warranties
• Capture contractual lessons learned during project execution and report during the Close Out Phase Gate

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of recent experience in construction contract management on large and complex construction projects in the $30MM to 150MM range
• 3+ years of recent experience using construction management software

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of construction contract requirements, contract change conditions, claims analysis and negotiations, change order cost estimates, and time impact analyses
• Experience with Viewpoint, Procore, and Project Controls software
• Subject-matter expertise in contract management principles and techniques
• Understanding of common construction agreement provisions, including warranties, limits of liability, risk of loss, schedule milestones/LD’s, force majeure, and change orders
• Ability to interpret difficult and complex contractual provisions
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Working Environment

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $102K–$130K/year, commensurate with experience
• Project Management Incentive Program (PMIP)
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice), including coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Location & Travel Details

• Remote work or work from a corporate office
• Up to 50% travel to the job site is required