Remote Construction Contracts Manager

WD; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WD in California is seeking an experienced Construction Contracts Manager to support our capital construction program. You will serve as the financial and contractual backbone of the project delivery team—handling cost tracking, contract administration, procurement coordination, and compliance across an active portfolio.

Work closely with Project Managers, Finance, Legal, and Procurement to ensure projects stay within budget and contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in construction contracts management or related owner-side role.
• Proficient in Oracle ERP or comparable enterprise financial system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and reporting.
• Solid understanding of construction cost accounting: job costing, cash flow forecasting, accruals, CIP.
• Experience managing lien waivers, insurance compliance, and contractor payment processes.
• Strong knowledge of PO/change order administration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile monthly job cost reports; develop and maintain project budgets and cash flow models.
• Perform weekly cost reporting and variance analysis across active projects.
• Coordinate monthly accruals with Finance to ensure correct period recording.
• Support CIP reviews and asset capitalization on project close-out.
• Review contracts, SOWs, amendments for financial requirements and risk.
• Process and track change orders; maintain PO commitments and contract records.
• Approve contractor invoices; ensure budget alignment.
• Provide financial input on new contracts and statements of work.
• Manage lien waivers and insurance certificates; ensure compliance.
• Assist in project close-out procedures and archiving.

Skills

Oracle ERP

Excel

Cost accounting

Contract management

Budget forecasting

Lien waivers

Insurance compliance

PO administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

WD in California is seeking an experienced Construction Contracts Manager to support our capital construction program. You will serve as the financial and contractual backbone of the project delivery team—handling cost tracking, contract administration, procurement coordination, and compliance across an active portfolio.

Work closely with Project Managers, Finance, Legal, and Procurement to ensure projects stay within budget and contractual obligations.