Contract Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Contract Manager takes a lead role in managing and influencing the commercial/contractual/risk aspects of EP, CM, C or EPC projects with the known clients/JV partners in a known industry with a moderately complex commercial model. Individual projects assigned are typically part of straight forward joint ventures with mostly domestic partners however, the manager may be part of a larger contract management team on some of the most complex and challenging projects and may support divisions of the project, i.e. JV vs Owner coordination OR a separate phase i.e. OSBL vs ISBL. The Contract Management team's primarily focuses on managing commercial risk and protecting/optimizing profitability of the project. Position is a key member of the PMT and acts as the project's advisor regarding contractual, commercial and risk issues and is the main interface with Owner (and JV Partners) for contract and commercial issues. Position works under the supervision of a Director or Sr. Manager and requires moderate supervision.

REQUIREMENTS

8+ years of relevant commercial/contract/project management experience (or equivalent) preferred. Minimum of Bachelor of engineering, construction management, business, or other relevant degree required, advanced management or law degree preferred, but optional. Proven effective written and verbal communication skills while working in an international, multi-cultural team environment. Knowledge of document management, scheduling, advanced work packaging (AWP) and cost management techniques for major EPC projects needed. Ability and working knowledge of Excel, Word, SharePoint, Riskonnect, Teams, Power Bi and other similar database, programs, and communication software. Contract management, change management, and administration experience required. Proven negotiation skills a must. Proven experience with impact identification and calculation techniques for major EPC projects required. Forward-looking, proactive, self-motivated approach to work. International and domestic travel required. Willingness and acceptance of extended assignment to project site as part of the PMT a must. Citizenship that allows for unencumbered entry in and out of countries where partners, suppliers or customers may be domiciled.

EDUCATION

Minimum of Bachelor of engineering, construction management, or other degree required; advanced management or law degree preferred, but optional.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee will work in multiple environments including an office, trailer, or building on or off site. On work sites noise levels will be moderate to high.

Job site will contain:

light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling and talking, bells whistles and alarms. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Contract Manager position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. Zachry is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information Relocation Requirement:

Must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere within the United States. #LI-EH1