Senior Manager, Contract Management

Fluor Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation in the United States seeks an experienced Contract Manager to lead mid to large projects, formulate contracting strategies for individual contracts, and ensure compliance with contract terms.

You will perform resource surveys, develop master documents, manage budgets, and coordinate with project teams. Strong negotiation, communication, and RFP/RFQ experience are required to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year degree and extensive contract management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead mid to large size projects.
• Formulate contracting strategy for individual contracts.
• Perform resource survey and contract risk assessment; issue report of findings.
• Develop Master Document.
• Support, guide, and implement changes in systems, processes, and procedures.
• Assess resource needs; prepare workforce and indirect estimates; manage budgets for individual contracts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract management

Project leadership

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree (MBA/JD) or global equivalent

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

In coordination with Project Management and Client Team, this position develops the bid/award negotiation strategy for the project, allocating decision-making authority and task responsibilities to appropriate subordinates; utilizing their time, skills, and potential effectively, planning proper assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources. This role assures, compliance with all statutes, regulations, and contract terms and conditions, Technical and Professional knowledge for this position should be having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills/knowledge in job-related areas and remain aware of current developments and trends in areas of expertise. This position requires committing to an action after developing alternative courses of action that are based on logical assumptions and factual information and that take into consideration resources, constraints and company values.

• Lead mid to large size projects
• Formulate contracting strategy for individual contracts
• Perform resource survey and contract risk assessment; issue report of findings
• Develop Master Document
• Support, guide, and implement changes in systems, processes, and procedures
• Assess resource needs; prepare workforce and indirect estimates; develop and manage budgets for individual contracts
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and fourteen (14) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eighteen (18) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements

• Contribute to and promote the use of Fluor’s knowledge management portals and communities
• Stay current/updated with Contract Management practices and procedures; remain informed of current developments and potential changes within the Contract Management group
• Participate in Fluor University® for training and career development

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree such as an Masters in Business Administration, Law degree (Juris Doctor), or global equivalent
• Fourteen (14) years of contract management, subcontract administration, and procurement experience supporting engineering and construction projects
• Experience developing negotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts related to services, construction, engineering, materials and equipment installation
• Strong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms and conditions
• Broad understanding of the construction industry and contract language associated engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM)
• Experience with administering the Request for Proposal/Request for Quotation (RFP/RFQ) process for contractors on heavy industrial construction projects
• Experience in accurately formulating multiple compensation structures including, but not limited to, reimbursable cost, lump sum, and unit price
• Experience in work change and claims evaluation and negotiation
• Experience in creating Request for Proposal (RFP)/Contract packages and interfacing with multiple disciplines in their creation
• Experience in creating Project Specific Contract Terms and Conditions by flowing down terms from the Prime Contract
• Experience working with Project Management, Engineering, and Construction to develop a sound Project Execution Plan and Contract Plan
• Experience in the Team Contract Management approach to contracting which includes each department being responsible for a portion of the RFP/Contracting process
• Experience in formulating strategies for individual contracts
• Excellent communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00