Contracts Manager - Hybrid Negotiator in Construction

The HT Group; Beaumont (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The HT Group in Beaumont, TX seeks an experienced Contracts Manager for a direct-hire role. The position requires hands-on management of high-volume contracts, negotiations, and risk evaluation in construction, industrial, or oil & gas contexts.

Hybrid flexibility and a standard M-F schedule accompany opportunities to interface with internal counsel and project teams. Legal background is preferred but not required, with strong drafting and negotiation skills essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of contract management experience preferred in construction, industrial, or oil and gas
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred; law degree preferred but not required
• Strong hands-on experience with contract negotiations, drafting, reviews, and redlining
• Working knowledge of contract law, contractual risk management, and compliance requirements
• Experience reviewing construction-related insurance requirements and contractual liability provisions preferred
• Experience in marine, piling, civil, commercial, or residential construction is a plus
• Ability to independently manage multiple contracts, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, redline, and negotiate contracts, purchase orders, and agreements with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and business partners
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including contract execution, amendments, renewals, compliance, and closeout
• Independently negotiate contract terms and identify potential legal, financial, and operational risks
• Review contractual insurance requirements, indemnification provisions, liability terms, and risk exposure
• Collaborate with internal legal counsel, corporate risk management, and project teams to resolve contractual issues and ensure compliance
• Oversee daily contract management operations, maintain accurate records, and supervise departmental support staff
• Assist with contract disputes, audits, process improvements, and department training as needed

Skills

Contract negotiations

Drafting contracts

Reviewing contracts

Redlining

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Law degree preferred but not required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The HT Group in Beaumont, TX seeks an experienced Contracts Manager for a direct-hire role. The position requires hands-on management of high-volume contracts, negotiations, and risk evaluation in construction, industrial, or oil & gas contexts.

Hybrid flexibility and a standard M-F schedule accompany opportunities to interface with internal counsel and project teams. Legal background is preferred but not required, with strong drafting and negotiation skills essential.