Contract Manager

Yates Construction Co.; Hubbard (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction Co. is seeking a Project Contract Manager to oversee contract administration and compliance throughout project execution. This role entails close collaboration with project leadership, operations, and legal teams to ensure adherence to contractual obligations while minimizing risk.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in construction or contract administration, along with a relevant Bachelor's degree. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in monitoring compliance and managing documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction or contract administration.
• Experience with large commercial projects preferred.
• Understanding of contractual obligations and risks.

Responsibilities

• Review owner contract requirements and obligations.
• Monitor compliance with contract notice requirements.
• Coordinate contractual correspondence between teams and clients.
• Assist in change management processes.

Skills

Contract administration

Compliance monitoring

Change management

Project controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Project Contract Manager serves as the project team's primary resource for owner contract administration and contractual compliance throughout project execution. This role works closely with project leadership, operations teams, and the legal department to monitor contractual obligations, manage compliance requirements, track critical notices and deadlines, and support effective contract administration. The position does not provide legal advice but plays a key role in helping project teams understand and fulfill contractual requirements while minimizing contractual risk.

Core Responsibilities

• Review and maintain working knowledge of owner contract requirements and obligations.
• Track and monitor contractual notice requirements, deadlines, deliverables, and compliance milestones.
• Develop and maintain contract compliance logs, trackers, and reporting tools.
• Coordinate required contractual correspondence between project teams and clients.
• Support change management processes, including documentation, notice tracking, and record maintenance.
• Assist project leadership in identifying contractual obligations that may impact project execution.
• Coordinate with corporate legal counsel regarding contract interpretation, disputes, claims, and other legal matters.
• Monitor compliance with insurance, bonding, reporting, and other owner‑required provisions.
• Maintain project contract files and supporting documentation.
• Support project teams in developing and implementing best practices for contract administration and compliance.
• Participate in project meetings to identify and address contractual risks and obligations.
• Provide periodic compliance reporting to project leadership and legal stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, or a related field.

Equivalent combination of education and relevant construction industry experience may be considered.

Experience

5+ years of experience in construction, contract administration, project controls, project engineering, procurement, commercial management, accounting, or a related discipline. Experience working on large commercial, industrial, manufacturing, energy, or data center construction projects preferred.

Experience reviewing and administering construction contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change management processes.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.