Contracts Manager

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on peoples lives? At Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth : Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools : Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Pay Range Commensurate with Industry Experience

Salary range for this position is between $125,000-$200,000 annually.

Schedule Typically Monday through Friday and additional days as needed

Job Description:

The Contracts Manager will oversee the management of the project contract, working closely with other departments to ensure contract requirements are followed.

Responsibilities:

Ensure at all times compliance with the Contract terms and regularly monitor this.

Review and approve all relevant correspondence with contractual impact in the project.

Implement the use of a contract management tool (Procore or similar)

Ensure everybody is trained on how to use the selected software.

Establish an audit process to ensure all records related to Contract Management are kept in the system in a timely manner.

Provide briefings on key contract clauses and subsequent training on a regular basis (newcomers).

Work closely to the project Scheduler and the construction team to ensure effective management of the Project Schedule, in compliance with the Contract terms, including regular updates.

Support the procurement and legal team in the drafting of subcontracts.

Manage any commercial and/or contractual issues with the project supply chain.

Prepare and keep updated a bonds schedule.

Identify and ensure insurable events are notified, when required.

Manage the change management process, including preparation & updating of the Change Order register.

Prepare and regularly update the project risks and opportunities matrix.

Regular reporting on specific commercial and contractual elements of the project.

Participate in the Project Progress meetings, internal and with the client.

Identify opportunities to generate value in the project or to recover unexpected, incurred costs due to unforeseen circumstances

Coordinate with the project management team all actions related to the claims management process and liaise with the legal department in that respect.

Coordinate to gather, at least, the background, precedents, records, minutes, documents, or any other source of information related with a claim and relevant to prove the case and to build the basis for such claim.

Select external experts and manage and supervise their work. This shall include any delay impact analysis that may be required and/or the quantum estimate

Prepare and keep updated the Claim register.

Monitor and track compliance with all contract requirements to ensure a smooth closing of the project.

Prepare and/or update the lessons learnt document to share best practices across the company

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in engineering, or similar related field

8+ years of experience with Contract management or Project Controls Management

Must have experience working within the Construction, Design, and/or Engineering industry

Specific aviation experience preferred but not required

Must be able to demonstrate analytical ability, good judgment, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Must also be highly motivated and detail oriented and have the ability to self-manage and work as part of a dynamic team involving multiple departments.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Ferrovial Construction US, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Ferrovial Construction US, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

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