Contract Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Confidential Careers; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Innovative work culture

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking infrastructure company as a Contract Manager, where you will oversee contract administration for high-profile Public-Private Partnership (P3) projects. This role is essential for ensuring compliance, managing risks, and resolving disputes in large-scale infrastructure initiatives. You will collaborate with project teams, legal counsel, and stakeholders to interpret contract terms and optimize contractual agreements. This position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact on community and economic development through transformational projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in contract management in heavy civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of P3 project structures and risk allocation principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while managing claims and disputes.

Skills

Contract Management

Risk Management

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree or legal background

Tools

FIDIC

NEC

Job description

Contract Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

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About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee contract administration, risk management, and compliance for large-scale infrastructure projects within a Public-Private Partnership (P3) environment. This role is critical in ensuring that contract obligations are met, risks are mitigated, and disputes are effectively managed. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in the heavy civil construction industry and a deep understanding of P3 contractual frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks while proactively managing claims and disputes.
• Work closely with project teams, legal counsel, and senior management to interpret contract terms and resolve contract-related issues.
• Ensure proper documentation of contract changes, variations, and amendments.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and consortium partners, to ensure contractual alignment.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to key performance indicators (KPIs) and contractual deliverables.
• Support procurement and negotiation processes to optimize contractual terms and conditions.
• Lead contract reviews and audits to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on contract management best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or legal background is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management within the heavy civil construction industry, preferably within P3 projects.
• Strong knowledge of P3 project structures, contract models (DBFM, DBFOM, etc.), and risk allocation principles.
• Experience with FIDIC, NEC, or other relevant contract standards.
• Proven ability to manage complex contracts and resolve disputes effectively.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a leading infrastructure company driving transformational projects in the industry.
• Work on high-profile P3 projects that shape communities and economies.
• Competitive compensation package and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Purchasing

Industries

Civil Engineering and Construction