Contract Manager

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company is seeking a Project Contract Manager in Waco, Texas. This role involves overseeing contract administration and ensuring compliance throughout project execution. Key responsibilities include monitoring contractual obligations, managing compliance requirements, and assisting project teams in understanding contracts.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in construction and a degree in a related field. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction or contract administration.
• Experience with large commercial or industrial projects.
• Ability to manage contractual risks and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain knowledge of owner contract requirements.
• Track and monitor compliance deadlines and deliverables.
• Support change management processes in contracts.

Skills

Contract administration

Project management

Risk management

Compliance tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Business Administration

Engineering

Finance

Accounting

Job description

A great place to work.

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.