Contracts Manager

Company Name:

Baker Power & Process LLC

Location:

Batesville, AR, US, 72501

Req ID:

8437

Travel:

Up to 25%

Number of Openings:

1 Achieve more in your career with the nation's leading specialty concrete contractor. At Baker Construction, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes people, invests in their development, and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. In this role, you'll be integral to building the future of our country and ourpany. You'll collaborate across diverse teams, have a hand in significant projects, and dive headfirst intoplex challenges with the best in the industry. If you are driven to do more and have the grit to follow through, you'll have everything you need to define your career on your terms. Make a meaningful impact with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative. Apply today and be more with Baker.

Summary

Field-oriented Senior Contracts Manager with specific experience in the Heavy Civil, Industrial, and/or Power Generation sectors. This is a full time in-person Home Office role, responsible for the full-cycle management of large-scale, high-value subcontracts and overall functional responsibility.

Roles and Responsibilities

Based in the Home Office, this role leads pre-award activities, subcontracting strategy, and major contract negotiations while supporting proposal and estimating teams and managing key trade partner relationships. Occasional site travel is required to support subcontract management and ensurepliance with contractual terms andpany policies.

The role oversees Contract, Subcontract, and Procurement functions and requires expert knowledge of contract law, risk management, and large-scale construction operations.

Specific Duties:

The responsibilities of this role are divided between the pre-award (home office) and post-award (field) phases.

Home Office /

Pre-Award Phase:

Strategy & Sourcing:

Collaborate with Estimating and Operations to develop the overall project subcontracting strategy, including "self-perform vs. subcontract" analysis. Identify, pre-qualify, and develop a robust bidder's list of high-quality subcontractors and vendors.

RFP & Scope Development:

Lead the development ofprehensive, clear, and "bid-ready" Request for Proposal (RFP) packages. Work with Engineering and Operations to ensure Scopes of Work (SOWs) areplete and all technicalmercial interfaces are clearly defined.

Bidding & Analysis:

Manage the formal bidding process, including issuing RFPs, responding to RFI (Requests for Information), and managing addenda. Lead themercial bid analysis, performing detailed "apples-to-apples" bid tabulations to normalize andpare proposals.

Negotiation & Award:

Act as the lead negotiator for all major subcontracts and purchase orders, resolvingmercial terms, technical exceptions, and contractual Terms & Conditions (T&Cs). Draft final subcontract agreements and exhibits based on negotiated terms andpany standards. Present final award rmendations to senior management.

Field / Post-Award Phase (Travel to Support On-Site):

Support Site Subcontract, Project Management and Procurement to ensure the following arepleted by Field Staff at the Site Level, and in accordance with Contract requirements and Company Policies & Procedures

Administration & Compliance:

Support or attend subcontract kick-off meetings to ensure alignment on scope, safety, schedule, and administrative procedures. Verify rigorous tracking and management of all subcontractorpliance items ispleted, including insurance certificates, bonds, safety plans, and quality control documentation.

Performance Management:

Ensure continuous monitoring of subcontractor field progress against the project schedule is performed by Project Management, Supervision, Engineering and Project Controls. Support identification and management of potential risks, performance issues, and schedule slippages. Aide in development of mitigation plans in coordination with the project team.

Change Management:

Oversee and support the subcontract change order process, from initial notification and pricing, to negotiation and execution of the formal change order(s). Verify and periodically audit the official subcontract change log(s) and ensure all changes are properly documented.

Financial Control:

Support validation and processing of subcontractor applications for payment and invoices. Verify tracking and management of potential back-charges, claims, or disputes to protect the project'smercial interests.

Closeout:

Support theprehensive subcontract closeout process, including punch listpletion, final lien waiver collection, warranty documentation, and release of retainage.

Requirements

Expert Knowledge:

Deep understanding of contract law, procurement principles, and risk management specific to the heavy construction industry.

Advanced Negotiation:

Proven ability to leadplex, high-stakes negotiations and resolve disputes amicably and professionally.

Financial Acumen:

Strong understanding of cost control, invoice validation, and the financial impact of change orders and claims.

Communication:

Exceptional written and verbalmunication skills. Ability tomunicateplex contractual concepts to operations teams and senior leadership.

Field Orientation:

A practical, hands-on understanding of field operations, construction sequencing, and safety. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Organization:

Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple high-value subcontracts simultaneously.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience:

Direct project experience within the Heavy Civil, Industrial (e.g., Petrochemical, Manufacturing), or Power (e.g., Generation, Renewables, T&D) sectors is required.

Proven experience managing individual subcontracts valued greater than $10 million.

Project Types:

Experience with various project delivery models, such as EPC, Design-Build, Target Price and Lump Sum, is highly desirable.

Technology:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Viewpoint) and Vista ERP systems is preferred.

Travel:

Must be willing and able to travel periodically to Project Sites, as required.

At Baker Construction, we wee those who are driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewarded with great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make your mark. This is an opportunity to own your future while working alongside co-workers who are united in our purpose to build better structures and better lives. Go further with an industry leader that puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit to achieve greatness.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

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