Strategic Contracts Manager, Construction Projects

Michels Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michels Corporation is seeking a Contracts Manager to support the commercial and contractual management of complex construction projects. This role emphasizes change management, contractual compliance, and risk mitigation, working closely with project leadership, field teams, project controls, and legal/risk partners.

The Contracts Manager brings field awareness, disciplined documentation, and professional judgment to ensure obligations are met, entitlements preserved, and risks identified

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction project engineering, project management, or contract/commercial support.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, scopes of work, cost reports, and schedules.
• Proficiency with construction management platforms and document control systems.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts, subcontracts, and change orders to identify notice requirements, milestones, and compliance obligations.
• Track and manage project documentation including change orders, RFIs, submittals, and notices with an emphasis on timely, contract-compliant submission.
• Maintain logs and dashboards to monitor status, deadlines, and potential risks.
• Draft and coordinate correspondence with owners, subcontractors, and consultants with Project Management and Legal.
• Identify scope changes, cost overruns, delays, and risks requiring formal contractual action.

Skills

Contract management

Risk management

Documentation

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Power BI

Job description

Michels Corporation is seeking a Contracts Manager to support the commercial and contractual management of complex construction projects. This role emphasizes change management, contractual compliance, and risk mitigation, working closely with project leadership, field teams, project controls, and legal/risk partners.

The Contracts Manager brings field awareness, disciplined documentation, and professional judgment to ensure obligations are met, entitlements preserved, and risks identified