Contracts Manager

Addison Group; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct access to executive leadership

High level of autonomy and visibility

Job summary

Addison Group in Reston, VA is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee administration and coordination of construction-related contracts, proposals, vendor agreements, and procurement documents across business units in a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will balance legal and operational considerations, help modernize processes, and identify opportunities to apply AI and automation to contract workflows while partnering with leadership, purchasing, and legal counsel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing construction contracts and procurement processes.
• Working knowledge of Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland contract terms.
• Experience from initial review through negotiation, execution, and ongoing administration.
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills and ability to revise negotiated language.
• Excellent communication with executives, attorneys, vendors, and cross-functional partners.
• Experience with contract automation or AI tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction-related contracts and procurement agreements through the contract lifecycle.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance contract, proposal, and vendor templates.
• Review proposed revisions and coordinate with outside counsel on legal/business implications.
• Partner with leadership, purchasing, vendor management, and internal teams to improve workflows.
• Support contract negotiations while maintaining controls and protecting the organization's interests.
• Ensure contract terms are commercially reasonable and aligned with business objectives.
• Improve efficiency and consistency of contract review, approval, and execution processes.
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and technology within contract management.
• Collaborate with multiple operating businesses and stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Contract analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Word

Independent work

AI tools / Contract automation

Project/workload management

Tools

Contract lifecycle management software

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location (City, State): Reston, VA | Hybrid

Industry: Construction/Engineering

Pay: $90,000–$110,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus an annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid holidays and vacation; additional voluntary benefit options

About Our Client:

The contracts manager will have the opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and help build, improve, and modernize contract management processes across a growing business.

Job Description:

The Contracts Manager will oversee the administration and coordination of construction-related contracts, proposals, vendor agreements, and procurement documentation across multiple business units.

This individual will partner with leadership, internal stakeholders, purchasing teams, vendors, and outside legal counsel to support efficient contract execution while helping minimize organizational risk.

This role is ideal for a highly organized contracts professional who understands construction contract language and can balance legal and operational considerations with practical business needs. The successful candidate will also help identify opportunities to improve workflows through technology, and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage construction-related contracts and procurement agreements throughout the contract lifecycle
• Develop, maintain, and enhance contract, proposal, and vendor agreement templates
• Review proposed contract revisions and coordinate with outside counsel regarding legal and business implications
• Partner with leadership, purchasing, vendor management, and internal business teams to improve contract workflows
• Support contract negotiations while maintaining appropriate controls and protecting the organization’s interests
• Help ensure contract terms are commercially reasonable, practical, and aligned with business objectives
• Improve the efficiency and consistency of contract review, approval, administration, and execution processes
• Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and technology within the contract management function
• Support multiple operating businesses and collaborate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience managing construction contracts, procurement agreements, or related contract processes
• Working knowledge of construction contract terms and their implications in Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland
• Experience supporting contracts from initial review through negotiation, execution, and ongoing administration
• Strong contract analysis, organization, and attention-to-detail skills
• Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including the ability to review and revise negotiated contract language
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, attorneys, vendors, and cross-functional business partners
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with contract automation, AI tools, or contract lifecycle management technology is a plus

Additional Details:

• Full-time, exempt position
• Hybrid schedule with two required in-office days per week

Perks:

• Direct access to executive leadership and key decision-makers
• High level of autonomy and visibility

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.