Construction Contracts Specialist

Description

The Contracts Specialist is responsible for the preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of contracts and related documents to ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and client expectations. This role serves as a liaison between internal departments, vendors, and customers to manage risk and support the timely execution of business agreements.

• Maintain accurate and organized contract records and ensure all documentation is properly stored and accessible.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation through closeout, including renewals and terminations.
• Support bid and proposal teams by reviewing RFPs and preparing contractual sections of proposals.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contract management processes and best practices.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Continuously improve contract templates, workflows, and compliance processes.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including NDAs, purchase agreements, service agreements, subcontracts, and amendments.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Project Management teams to align contract terms with business objectives.
• Timely tracking and execution of renewals and obligations.
• Track key contract dates, deliverables, and obligations, ensuring timely action on renewals, extensions, or notices.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks; escalate complex issues to management as appropriate.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of contract law, risk management, and procurement processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Compliance and risk mitigation metrics.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master’s or JD a plus).
• 3–7 years of experience in contract management, procurement, or legal support, preferably in [insert industry, e.g., construction, government, manufacturing, or IT].
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and collaboration effectiveness.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and contract management tools.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across departments.
• Contract turnaround time and accuracy.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance