Position: Construction Contracts Manager (Contingent) Location: Remote with Travel Job Type: Contract

Job Description

Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Construction Contracts Manager to support active construction programs on a contingent basis. This role focuses on end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including RFP execution, commercial evaluation, contract administration, and post-award contract management for construction projects. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting fast-paced capital projects and working closely with project teams, procurement, legal, and external contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage RFPs, RFQs, and bid processes for construction services, contingent labor, and professional services
• Develop scopes of work, commercial terms, pricing structures, and evaluation criteria
• Coordinate bidder communications, clarifications, and addenda
• Support proposal evaluations and supplier selection recommendations
• Draft, review, and administer construction contracts, MSAs, SOWs, amendments, and change orders
• Provide post-award contract management including compliance, deliverables, and performance tracking
• Support commercial negotiations, change management, claims, and issue resolution
• Track contracts spend, validate invoices, and support cost controls
• Maintain accurate contract records, logs, and approval documentation
• Identify contractual risks and support mitigation strategies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in construction contract management, procurement, or commercial management
• Strong understanding of construction contracting models (Lump Sum, GMP, T&M, Unit Price)
• Experience managing RFPs and post-award contracts for construction projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction scopes, schedules, and technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting large capital programs, infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities
• Familiarity with staff augmentation and construction labor contracts
• Experience working with legal teams and managing commercial negotiations
• Professional certifications related to contracts, procurement, or construction management

Core Competencies

• Strong commercial judgment and risk awareness
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple active contracts
• Execution-focused with ability to operate independently in project-driven environments
• Collaborative partner to project teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders