Contract Management Lead

Duininck; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Strong Health Plans

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A family-led construction firm in Minneapolis is seeking a Contract Management Lead to oversee contract management processes across all business units. The role requires 5+ years of experience in contract management and strong analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities include establishing systems for contract review and approval, educating project teams, and managing risks effectively. The position offers a competitive salary of $75,000 to $110,000 and comes with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in contract management, construction operations, or related roles.
• Proven experience reviewing, negotiating, and managing construction or commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry terminology and project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee contract management processes across all construction business units.
• Lead and manage the contract review and approval process.
• Educate and coach project teams on contract terms and compliance expectations.

Skills

Contract management

Risk management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Contract management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Duininck is a third-generation family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

From highways and municipal projects to commercial developments, excavation, underground utilities, and paving, we take pride in shaping the infrastructure that helps the communities we work in thrive. Our work is about more than construction; it’s about supporting the communities where we live and work, creating opportunities for growth on our crews, and building lasting value for generations to come.

This full-time, year-round position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive salary range of $75,000 to $110,000, based on experience, plus incentive target
• Paid Time Off
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• And more!

The Contract Management Lead is responsible for establishing and overseeing a consistent, disciplined approach to contract management across all construction business units. This role serves as the central point of coordination for contract review, risk mitigation, stakeholder alignment, and lifecycle management. The position is critical to protecting the organization, reducing unnecessary risk, and building a culture of thoughtful, strategic contract practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized contract templates, review protocols, and approval workflows in partnership with Risk.
• Establish consistent systems, tools, and processes for contract review, approval, execution, management, and closeout.
• Recommend improvements to enhance contract tracking, storage, retrieval, and monitoring.

Contract Review & Approval

• Lead and manage the contract review and approval process across all construction entities within the sector.
• Conduct detailed contract reviews to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with company standards.
• Act as the central liaison between Operations, Finance, Risk, and internal/external Legal teams.
• Partner with leadership to identify risks early and support proactive mitigation before contract execution.

Training, Communication & Culture Building

• Educate and coach project teams on contract terms, risk exposure, and compliance expectations.
• Build organization-wide awareness and promote a culture of disciplined and strategic contract management.
• Serve as an internal thought leader—shifting contract practices from “edit and execute” to “strategic and accountable.”
• Set expectations and provide guidance to stakeholders involved in contract creation, negotiation, and review.

Lifecycle Management

• Oversee contract documentation and lifecycle management from initiation through execution, change orders, performance monitoring, and closeout.
• Conduct periodic check-ins and post-execution reviews to ensure obligations and deliverables are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, construction operations, risk management, or related roles.
• Proven experience reviewing, negotiating, and managing construction or commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry terminology, project delivery methods, and risk exposures.
• Familiarity with legal concepts, insurance requirements, and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement standardized processes, templates, and workflows.
• Proficiency with contract management software, document control systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex terms clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage relationships at all organizational levels.

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.