Project Commercial Contracts Manager (site-based, renewables construction)

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PMIP

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account (Healthcare)

Job summary

MasTec Renewables seeks a site-based Commercial Contract Manager to oversee EPC contracts during pre-construction and execution phases. You will coordinate with site leadership, Commercial, and Legal teams to monitor terms, draft notices, and manage change orders for multi-site renewable projects.

Role involves up to 100% travel across the U.S., 8–16 months per project, and per diem to cover living expenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or relevant discipline.
• 5+ years of recent experience in construction contract management on large projects ($30M–$150M).
• 3+ years of experience using construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Administer project contracts and draft notices per contract requirements.
• Lead contract terms review after award and before mobilization.
• Draft notices to subcontractors and suppliers regarding performance.
• Participate in regular project team meetings and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Advise on contractual change requirements and track changes and claims to resolution.
• Support insurance claims administration with project team and insurers.
• Assist closeout to verify contractual requirements, certificates and warranties.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Risk analysis

Communication skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or relevant discipline

Tools

Viewpoint

Procore

Project Controls software

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Overview

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for renewable energy and a desire to be at the heart of the action? We are seeking a site-based Commercial Contract Manager! for overall management of a project contract during the pre-construction and execution phases. This position will be responsible for administration of EPC contracts in conjunction with project leadership, including risk identification and management during project execution, providing input during pre-construction activities and negotiations as required, and for coordinating directly with the site leadership, Commercial, and Legal teams to pro-actively monitor and manage contractual terms, draft notices, and coordinate change order administration. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that construction projects are completed successfully, on time, and within budget while maintaining compliance with contractual obligations and requirements. Their expertise is essential for minimizing risks and fostering positive relationships among all stakeholders involved in the project.

Location & Travel Details

You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the United States. This is a traveling position (up to 100%), where you will be onsite at a project location. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the U.S., helping our team build renewable projects, spending 8-16 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite. We are currently seeking candidates at our Normangee, TX and Woodford, IL sites.

Company Overview

MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.

MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist the project team in administering project contracts, including drafting notices to clients in accordance with contractual requirements such as those pertaining to force majeure, owner-caused delays, and other contractual matters requiring notices
• Assist in the delivery of a key contract terms review with the project team after contract award but prior to mobilization
• Draft contractual notices to subcontractors and suppliers regarding performance and other project execution related matters
• Participate in regular project team meetings and proactively engage with the project team
• Advise the Project Manager on the contractual change requirements including monitoring and tracking changes and claims through final resolution
• Provide support to the Project Manager, project team, and insurance team in administering, tracking, documenting, and closing our insurance claims
• Support project closeout to ensure all contractual requirements are met including administration of certificates and warranties
• Capture contractual lessons learned during project execution and report out during the Close Out Phase Gate

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or relevant discipline; or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of recent experience in construction contract management on large and complex construction projects in the $30MM to 150MM range
• 3+ years of recent experience in using construction management software

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong knowledge of construction contract requirements, contract change conditions, claims analysis and negotiations, change order cost estimates, and time impact analyses
• Experience with Viewpoint, Procore, and Project Controls software
• Subject-matter expert in contract management principles and techniques
• Understanding of common construction agreement provisions including warranties, limits of liability, risk of loss, schedule milestones/LD’s, force majeure, and change orders
• Ability to interpret difficult and complex contractual provisions
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Working Environment

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

What's in it for you

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $102K-$130K / year, commensurate with experience
• Project Management Incentive Program (PMIP)
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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