Shepherd Search Group is partnered with Ballard Marine Construction to find their next Contracts Manager for their Home Office in Washougal, WA.
Job Summary:
The Contracts Manager is responsible for management of contract review and negotiation, including pre-qualification agreements and requirements, bid clarifications and exclusions, and contract award negotiation of key terms and conditions. Additionally, the Contracts Manager will assist in carrying out the department’s initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of review and negotiation of upstream and downstream project contracts from RFP stage through contract execution.
- Manage review of and assist with negotiation of leases and other transactional contracts.
- Provide support to Estimating and Operations in understanding contract terms and conditions and managing contract requirements.
- Assist with development of policies, procedures and workflows related to all contract related matters and other processes impacted by CRL.
- Assist with development of department training materials and presentations.
- Participate in cross training and act as a backup in related areas when needed.
- Effectively maintain positive and ethical working relationships with clients, vendors and internal customers.
- Supervise other CRL department personnel including the Project Contracts Specialist and Contracts & Compliance Specialist
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the CRL Department Strategic Plan.
- Actively support and promote ongoing development of LEAN processes in all CRL related areas.
- Other duties as required.
Requirements:
Core Attributes:
- Grit and Resiliency – We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
- Comradery and Inspirational – We are a hard-working team of like-minded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
- Driven and Competitive – We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
- Trustworthy and Respectful – We are passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
- Ownership and Accountability – When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask, “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.
Education:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field. The degree may be substituted with a minimum of 10+ years of practical experience in the construction industry.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience reviewing and negotiating construction contracts with clients in various industries is required.
- At least 5 years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts with vendors and/or subcontractors from multiple disciplines within the construction industry is required.
- Vendor management and/or compliance experience within the construction industry is preferred.
Skills:
- Ability to work with and effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to all levels within the organization.
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment with a commitment to reach goals and meet deadlines.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and well-organized.
- Demonstrates proficiency in MS Office and relevant software applications.
- High-level computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new applications.
Physical Demands/ Working Environment:
- Ability to lift twenty-five (25) pounds, bend, stoop, and work safely around equipment, materials, supplies, and other items to be handled.
- Ability to work at a computer for multiple hours.
EEO Statement:
Ballard Marine Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.