Contracts Manager at JRM Construction Management

<div class="content-intro"><p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><strong>Company Overview</strong></u></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include City, State &amp; Federal Agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners &amp; developers, major law firms, media &amp; tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences &amp; healthcare organizations, and financial services firms. JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We are focused on maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.</span></p></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Job Summary</u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Contracts Manager is responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts entered into by JRM, with a primary focus on owner/client contracts for construction and construction management projects.&nbsp; This role will work closely with Legal, Operations, Estimating, Risk Management, and project leadership to ensure that contractual risk is appropriately identified, negotiated, and managed throughout the project lifecycle.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The ideal candidate has substantial experience with construction contracts, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of complex agreements across multiple jurisdictions.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Responsibilities and Duties</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Review, draft and negotiate owner and client contracts, including AIA forms, custom owner agreements, CM agreements, amendments and related exhibits.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Identify, assess, and communicate contractual, legal, and commercial risks to internal stakeholders, and propose risk-mitigation strategies.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead negotiations with owners, developers, construction managers, and their counsel regarding contract terms, schedules, insurance, indemnity, bonding, payment, and dispute resolution provisions.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Prepare and manage redlines, issue summaries, and negotiation strategies for internal review and approval.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Coordinate execution of client contracts and ensure final, fully executed agreements are properly saved and distributed.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work closely with Estimating, Operations, Project Management, Risk Management, and Finance to ensure contract terms align with project scope, pricing, insurance requirements, and operational practices.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support RFP and proposal efforts by reviewing contract terms provided at bid stage and advising on contractual exceptions and qualifications.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide guidance to project teams during the life of the project regarding contract interpretation, change management, claims, notices, and compliance with contractual requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain accurate contract records and version control in the Company’s contract management and document storage systems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Track contract status from intake through execution and assist in maintaining contract logs for projects across all jurisdictions.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist in developing and maintaining standard contract templates, preferred clauses, and internal playbooks.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure consistency in contract language and approach across regions, business units and project types.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As needed, provide oversight or support for subcontractor, vendor, and consultant agreements, while maintaining primary responsibility for owner contracts.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Stay current on developments in construction law and industry practices that may impact company contracts.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support Legal Department initiatives and special projects as assigned.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Qualifications and Skills</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">4 + years experience reviewing, negotiating, and drafting commercial construction contracts, with significant experience focused on owner/client agreements.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of construction industry standards as it relates to contract terms and conditions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledge of standard AIA contracts including the A101, A104, A105, A133, A134, and A201</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to negotiate legal matters with counterparties and present clear and strong arguments for the Company’s legal position</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Understanding of construction permitting process in New York City</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong organizational and document management skills with high attention to detail.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Capable of handling confidential information with discretion</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Able to operate efficiently in a fast-paced construction and corporate environment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Self-motivated person with highly professional work ethic, appearance and demeanor</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency with computers, including strong word processing skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to work independently and as a team player</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong written and verbal communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Computer systems</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and experience with document-management or contract management systems preferred.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Salary Information</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary offered for this role is $130,000 - 150,000.</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">#LI-Hybrid</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.&nbsp;</span></em></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.<br></em></span></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>For more information on how JRM Construction Management collects and uses your personal information, reference our <a href="https://www.jrmcm.com/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>.</em></span></p></div>