Contracts Manager

Whitecap Search -
New York, NY

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Job Details

$160,000 - $170,000 a year

Qualifications

Spreadsheets
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Doctor of Law (JD)
Bachelor's degree
Negotiating purchasing contracts
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Full Job Description

One of the nation's leading real estate development and investment firm is seeking a contracts manager to support the procurement department with legal contracts matters.

Job Function:

Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a variety of agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Amendments, and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
Ensure contract terms are clear, compliant, and aligned with business goals.
Handle ad hoc duties and special projects as assigned.
Oversee contract lifecycle management, from initiation and approval through execution, renewal, and termination.
Monitor compliance with contractual obligations, deadlines, and deliverables.
Maintain organized and up-to-date contract records, correspondence, and documentation.
Ensure all contractual activities adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Collaborate with Risk Management to confirm appropriate insurance requirements are included and maintained.
Identify and mitigate contractual risks in collaboration with Legal and Procurement leadership.
Act as a central point of contact for internal teams and external vendors on all contract-related matters.
Partner with legal counsel, project managers, asset management, construction teams, and other internal stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues efficiently.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support performance and accountability.
Provide support with contract-related issue resolution, both internally and externally.
Oversee the formal close-out of contracts, ensuring all obligations have been met and documentation is complete.
Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders to ensure projects can move forward without administrative delays.
Evaluate and analyze contract pricing structures and financial terms.
Benchmark contract rates and terms against industry standards to support value-driven negotiations and cost containment

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree required; J.D. Required
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in contract negotiation, management, or administration, preferably within the construction and/or real estate asset management sectors.
Advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Experience with contract management software and systems (implementation experience a plus).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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