Contracts Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE Now Hiring: Experienced Contract ManagerLogistics, Heavy Lifting & Transport Services Location: Rosharon, TXAre you someone that thrives in cross-functional collaboration, one who engages effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization, and can bring a positive, well-humored attitude to their work?We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee and develop commercial contracts within the logistics, heavy lifting, and transport services sectors. As part of a global team of Contract Managers, you will manage all contractual and commercial activities, supporting the sales process from pre-award through to the operational execution of contracts. In this role, resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills are crucial to your success. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOINGYou will be responsible for leading complex contract negotiations, managing high-risk contracts, and overseeing the entire contract life cycle, ensuring smooth transitions between the commercial and operational phases. This includes ensuring that all contracts for projects and operational services in the USA and Mexico are executed according to Mammoet’s commercial and quality standards.Contract Formation:Collaborate with sales and legal teams to review, negotiate, and finalize project and service contracts.Oversee the contracting process, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated, and managed.Provide guidance to sales and tendering teams on contractual matters, selecting appropriate contract forms based on service types and associated risks.Post-Award Contract Management:Participate in project kick-off meetings, working closely with Project Managers to manage contract deliverables, risks, and changes.Assist in developing a comprehensive contract administration and management framework.Lead dispute resolution and claims administration processes.Manage contract renewals, closures, and track lessons learned to improve future contract performance.Client Relationship and Operational Support:Manage client relationships, representing the company in client meetings and stewarding future business opportunities.Lead client contract negotiations, ensuring identified contractual issues are resolved.Support the sales team in transitioning contracts to the operations team, ensuring they are fully informed of key commercial and contractual matters.Assist project management in identifying and mitigating potential claims, changes, and variations, ensuring timely notifications are handled throughout the contract lifecycle.Risk and Commercial Management:Identify and communicate commercial risks to stakeholders, ensuring they are managed effectively across the contract lifecycle.This combined role ensures seamless contract management from formation through execution, while managing risks and fostering strong client relationships. WHAT YOU’LL NEEDEducationBachelors or Masters in a business administration / commerce, engineering or similar discipline related to construction contracts and projectsSupplementary training in contract management or equivalentExperiencePrevious knowledge and experience working with unionized environments is an experience is desired.Minimum of 5 years work experience in construction or EPC contract administration/ management or equivalent in a fast paced environmentPrevious site and project management experience is desired.Key CharacteristicsAdvanced understanding of Contract ManagementCommercial skills developed in the construction or related industriesKnowledge of Sales and Tendering systemsUnderstanding of Project ManagementBasic understanding of legal affairsSelf-starter, works well with tight deadlinesConfident, clear communicator WHAT YOU’LL GETWe’ve been the leader in engineered heavy lifting and transportation for decades. But Mammoet is only as strong as our people. Their skills and expertise are how we help the world to grow as we meet customer challenges in the safest, most efficient ways possible. As a Mammoet professional, you’ll be working in a world of opportunity with bright development prospects, the best equipment and the smartest thinkers.Diversification of contracts, where no two are alikeAn informal, supportive, and collaborative working atmosphereCompetitive SalaryMedical, Dental & Vision benefits401k matching up to 6%Onsite gym and cafeteriaVacation and Sick TimeEducation and Professional Development AssistanceCareer Development and ProgramsCasual DressHybrid Work Schedule (post the 90-day probationary period)

Created: 2025-12-16