Construction Contracts Manager

Overview

Manage contract lifecycle for construction, Capex, and service agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• contract drafting
• vendor management
• risk mitigation
• compliance monitoring
• reporting
• contract tracking

Tasks

The Contracts Manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders in Finance, Legal, Procurement, and Operations to safeguard the company’s interests, ensure adherence to contractual terms, and maintain compliance with all applicable laws, specifications, and corporate standards. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for defining, negotiating, and managing all business contracts to ensure that commercial terms, risks, and obligations are fully addressed and aligned with company objectives. This role will oversee the full contract lifecycle—from drafting and negotiation through execution and compliance monitoring—for construction, capital expenditure (Capex), subcontractor, and service agreements. -Facilitate communication and resolution of contractual issues across departments. -Conduct regular contract audits to ensure all agreements remain current, compliant, and renewed on time. -Prepare, review, and finalize contracts to be executed with vendors, subcontractors, and service providers. -Drive vendor performance by enforcing contractual obligations and maintaining accountability to agreed timelines and deliverables. -Manage Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), ensuring appropriate risk mitigation and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. -Draft and negotiate business agreements, including construction, Capex, and service contracts, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements. -Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Project Management teams to align contracts with financial, operational, and strategic goals. -Provide periodic reports and updates to leadership on contract status, compliance, and risk exposure. -Monitor vendor and subcontractor adherence to contractual terms and initiate corrective actions when required. -Ensure all stakeholders understand their contractual obligations and support contract execution throughout the project lifecycle. -Safeguard company interests by maintaining and enforcing confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with customers and vendors. -Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks related to scope, schedule, pricing, and compliance. -Maintain a comprehensive and organized repository of all contracts, amendments, and related documents. -Implement systems and processes for efficient contract tracking, review cycles, and renewals. -Review and negotiate contractual terms and conditions received from vendors, ensuring VTC/GTC compliance and protecting the company from commercial and legal risks.

Requirements

• contract management
• microsoft office
• bachelor’s degree
• 15+ years
• negotiation
• risk management

What You Bring

-Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office tools. -High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical abilities. -Exceptional negotiation and communication skills. -Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Construction Management, or related field required. -Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision-making at all organizational levels. -Strong understanding of contractual law, risk management, and compliance frameworks. -Minimum 15+ years of experience in contract management, legal review, and commercial negotiation—preferably within construction, Capex project management, or industrial/manufacturing environments. -Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating complex contracts with vendors, subcontractors, and service providers. -Ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously. -Deep knowledge of contract law, commercial terms, and risk mitigation principles.

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About Virginia Transformer Corp

-Supplies custom transformers to major data centers in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, and South Carolina, emphasizing expertise in mission-critical power infrastructure. -Service portfolio includes liquid-filled, dry-type, rectifier, autotransformers, and pad-mount units, plus field services like testing, repairs, and automated diagnostics. -Financial trajectory shows steady expansion, driven by substantial data-center contracts and strategic plant investments.

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