Project Agreements Manager

Description

• Support Project Managers in interpreting project agreement provisions and understanding contractual rights and obligations.
• Identify recurring risk patterns and recommend process or standard improvements to reduce exposure.
• Coordinate internal reviews and approvals required to move agreements to execution.
• Act as a central intake and coordination point for legal questions related to project agreements.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and refining proactive and reactive contractual notice letters.
• Support efficient use of outside counsel by preparing materials, managing scope, and maintaining documentation.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of executed agreements and related documentation.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve procedures, templates, checklists, and workflows related to project agreements.
• Ensure consistency in contract review, negotiation positions, and documentation across all projects.
• Manage contract data entry, filing, and document control as part of the overall agreement process.
• Organize and synthesize information, correspondence, and recommendations from legal counsel for executive review.
• Track agreement status, outstanding issues, and execution progress to ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate execution logistics, including chasing signatures and required documentation as necessary.
• Review, analyze, and negotiate project agreement language using established standards, approved positions, and fallback language.
• Interface directly with external legal counsel on routine matters, while escalating higher-risk or strategic issues to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Serve as a required compliance checkpoint for notice content and contractual alignment prior to issuance.
• Serve as the gatekeeper for contractual compliance related to project agreements.
• Drive accountability across Preconstruction, Project Management, and other stakeholders to prevent delays and bottlenecks.
• Provide guidance on contract-driven requirements when engaged by Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, or the Director of Project Management.
• Own the project agreement lifecycle from receipt through execution, including subcontracts, purchase orders, order confirmations, and sub-subcontractor agreements.

Requirements

• Background in construction contracts, subcontract administration, legal studies, paralegal work, or related experience; multiple professional entry paths are acceptable.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and confidently with Project Managers, Preconstruction staff, Executives, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex processes independently and drive outcomes without direct supervision.
• Comfortable operating in high-accountability, sometimes adversarial situations while remaining professional and solutions-oriented.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• High-agency mindset with the ability to stand firm on standards while remaining practical and solution-oriented.
• High level of judgment, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Strongly preferred experience within the construction industry, with subcontractor experience favored; GC experience acceptable.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance