Senior Contracts & Risk Lead

UES; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UES in Tampa, FL is seeking a Contracts Manager to guide commercial and contractual decisions on complex engineering and construction projects. You will collaborate with executives, project managers, finance, legal, procurement, and operations to align agreements with business objectives and industry best practices.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy solving contractual challenges while influencing project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Contract Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management or administration, preferably in engineering, environmental, construction, or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with contract management software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including professional service agreements, subcontracts, NDAs, purchase orders, and amendments.
• Ensure contracts are compliant with internal policies, insurance requirements, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers, business development, and legal counsel to identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Maintain a centralized contracts database or tracking system to monitor key terms, renewals, deliverables, and compliance obligations.
• Interpret contract language and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on terms, obligations, and potential impacts.
• Support pre-award and post-award contract activities, including proposal review, bid coordination, and contract closeout.
• Assist in the development and continuous improvement of contract templates, processes, and workflows.
• Coordinate with finance and operations to ensure accurate billing terms, project setup, and revenue recognition alignment.
• Train and support staff on contract policies and procedures.
• Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting contracting practices.
• Support accounting in the review of contract-related billing and payment documentation, not limited to processing liens waivers and project close-outs.
• Liaise with insurance providers regarding contractual insurance compliance and documentation.
• Foster productive professional relationships with clients and business partners through effective communication and contract management.
• Travel up to 10% for off-site meetings, training sessions, or company events.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration across departments

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Law

Tools

Contract management software

ERP systems

Job description

UES in Tampa, FL is seeking a Contracts Manager to guide commercial and contractual decisions on complex engineering and construction projects. You will collaborate with executives, project managers, finance, legal, procurement, and operations to align agreements with business objectives and industry best practices.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy solving contractual challenges while influencing project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.