[Hiring] Contracts Manager @Turner & Townsend
Mar 19, 2025 - Turner & Townsend is hiring a remote Contracts Manager. đź’¸ Salary: $110k-$140k per year. đź“ŤLocation: USA.
Role Description
The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire contract lifecycle with emphasis on pre-award and RFP processes. This role requires expert knowledge of contract administration, negotiation techniques, and procurement procedures to ensure organizational compliance and maximize value from vendor relationships.
- Lead the development, review, and issuance of Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Requests for Quotations (RFQs)
- Design evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies for vendor proposals
- Coordinate pre-proposal conferences and site visits with potential bidders
- Manage the proposal evaluation process, including assembling and guiding selection committees
- Conduct cost and price analysis to determine fair and reasonable pricing
- Prepare comprehensive bid analysis reports and recommendations for leadership
- Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and applicable regulations
- Lead negotiations with prospective vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions
- Draft and finalize contract documents incorporating all negotiated terms
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable
- Maintain contract management systems and documentation repositories
- Monitor vendor performance against contractual obligations and service level agreements
- Process contract modifications, amendments, and change orders
- Manage contract renewal cycles and termination processes
- Coordinate contract closeout procedures and documentation
- Conduct post-contract reviews to identify lessons learned and process improvements
- Identify and mitigate contract-related risks
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies and applicable laws/regulations
- Maintain current knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory changes
- Develop standardized contract templates and procurement procedures
- Maintain proper documentation for audit purposes
- Provide training to staff on contract processes and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Law, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive experience in contract management with specific focus on pre-award and RFP processes
- Demonstrated experience developing RFPs and managing competitive bidding processes
- Proven track record of successful contract negotiations
- Strong understanding of contract law and procurement regulations
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with contract management software and MS Office suite
- Professional certification such as CPCM (Certified Professional Contract Manager), CFCM (Certified Federal Contracts Manager), or CPP (Certified Procurement Professional)
- Experience with public sector procurement processes
- Knowledge of specific industry regulations relevant to our business
- Experience with e-procurement systems and digital contract management tools
Competencies
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Financial analysis
- Project management
- Time management and organizational skills
- Ethical decision-making
- Relationship building and stakeholder management
- Adaptability and flexibility
Work Environment
- Primarily remote work based in Houston, TX or Denver, CO
- May require occasional travel to vendor locations or other company sites
- May require extended hours during peak procurement cycles or critical contract negotiations
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: Director of Procurement/Chief Procurement Officer
- Supervises: Contract Specialists and Contract Administrators (if applicable)
Additional Information
- The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$140k per year.
- Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary.
- This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.
- On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Salary
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$110k-$140k per year
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Remote
Location
USA
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Job Type
full-time
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Posted
Mar 19, 2025
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| đź“Ť | Be aware of the location restriction for this remote position: USA |
| ‼ | Beware of scams! When applying for jobs, you should NEVER have to pay anything. Learn more. |
