Construction Contracts Manager

Job Description

The Site Construction Contracts Manager plays a critical role in supporting datacenter construction projects by managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle. This includes leading RFP processes, drafting and executing contracts, driving process improvements, and managing escalations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of construction contracts, including change orders and claims, ensuring alignment with internal policies and legal standards.
• Participate in sourcing activities for contractors and suppliers.
• Identify and implement improvements in contract cycle times, documentation standards, and escalation protocols. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows.
• Act as a liaison between project teams, legal, and suppliers to ensure contract compliance and timely resolution of issues. Support onboarding and training of new project managers.
• Lead resolution of contract-related escalations, including scope clarifications, pricing disputes, and performance issues. Ensure timely communication and documentation of outcomes.
• Maintain accurate contract logs, enforce documentation standards, and support audit readiness through consistent recordkeeping.

• Strong knowledge of construction contract frameworks, such as Master Construction Contracts and Statements of Work.
• Expertise in RFP development, bid evaluation, and supplier negotiations.
• Familiarity with datacenter construction environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in business or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience preferred
• Experience with SAP Ariba, construction contracts, and data center construction.
• Strategic mindset, sense of urgency, ability to lead conversations and take initiative.
• Driven, strategic, and able to lead projects.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $77.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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