Hybrid Contracts Manager - Construction & Projects

TenCate Grass Holding; Cedar Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

TenCate Americas in Cedar Park, Texas, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead contract formation, review, negotiation, administration, and reporting for a fast-paced, multi-entity operation across the U.S.

The role partners with Legal, Business Development, Estimating, Operations, Procurement, and leadership to assess risk, shape contracting strategies, and ensure agreements align with TenCate standards. The position requires 5–7 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or a related field; 5–7 years of contract management or administration experience in the construction industry; or nine or more years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience negotiating and administering moderate to complex contracts for construction, engineering, or project-based organizations.
• Working knowledge of commercial contracting practices, procurement requirements, and construction-related agreements; government contracting experience is a plus.
• Strong judgment, business acumen, and the ability to identify risk while developing practical, commercially sound solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of work, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and operate independently in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of attention to detail, organization, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders at all levels without direct reporting authority.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support TenCate Americas’ Design & Installation contracts function, including contract formation, review, negotiation, administration, and commercial contracting strategy.
• Draft, review, and manage multiple customer agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, service agreements, and other commercial contracts simultaneously.
• Partner with Business Development, Estimating, Operations, Procurement, and other stakeholders to structure and negotiate agreements for prospective and active projects.
• Analyze contract terms to identify commercial, operational, financial, and legal risks and recommend practical mitigation strategies or alternative language.
• Coordinate internal review and approval of contracts with senior leadership, Legal, Finance, and other appropriate stakeholders.
• Respond to internal inquiries regarding contract status, obligations, and interpretation of terms.
• Prepare and maintain contract status reports, trackers, templates, and related documentation.
• Keep Legal and designated business leaders informed of contract status, execution risks, and potential impediments.
• Support Legal and business teams with project disputes and claims, including preparation and negotiation of claim documentation and recommendations regarding contractual rights, remedies, and next steps.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors, partners, and internal stakeholders across TenCate Americas.
• Promote high ethical standards, confidentiality, continuous improvement, and consistent contracting practices across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to standardize templates, improve workflows, and leverage best practices across TenCate entities.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

TenCate Americas in Cedar Park, Texas, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead contract formation, review, negotiation, administration, and reporting for a fast-paced, multi-entity operation across the U.S.

The role partners with Legal, Business Development, Estimating, Operations, Procurement, and leadership to assess risk, shape contracting strategies, and ensure agreements align with TenCate standards. The position requires 5–7 years of related experience.