Manager, Contracts

Description

Job Description

• Independently develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs), bid packages, and commercial documentation for assigned scopes of work.
• Lead and support contract negotiations by preparing and reviewing redlines, issue lists, and commercial risk assessments; negotiate commercial terms within assigned authority and escalate key issues appropriately
• Independently manage assigned contracts from award through execution, ensuring compliance with contractual, commercial, and pricing obligations
• Prepare decision support packages (DSP) and commercial summaries to support major contract award approvals
• Draft, review, and manage contracts and contract amendments with minimal supervision
• Identify potential cost savings, commercial efficiencies, and contract risks; recommend practical solutions
• Proactively identify issues, unclear direction, or gaps in information and determine next steps independently
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities, shifting scopes, and evolving project needs in a dynamic environment
• Translate strategic objectives into executable contracting actions without step‑by‑step direction.
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Project Management teams to support effective and timely contract execution
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external counterparties
• Maintain accurate, complete, and well‑organized contract records and documentation
• Support contract‑related reporting and provide timely status updates as required
• Demonstrate a hands‑on, proactive, “go‑get‑it” mindset with strong ownership of assigned work
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
• May be required to work non-traditional hours as needed, and travel domestically and internationally to participate in key meetings and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Contracts required
• LNG experience preferred, but not required
• Contracting experience in Louisiana preferred, but not required

• Extensive experience in contract management for large‑scale energy infrastructure projects, including oil and gas, LNG, or other complex capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, negotiating, and administering a wide range of complex contracts, including major construction, EPC, supply, and service agreements.
• Strong familiarity with EPC and major equipment manufacturer PO terms, risk allocation, and commercial intent.
• In‑depth knowledge of contract law, industry regulations, and contract management best practices applicable to large capital projects.
• Proven ability to analyze contractual and commercial issues at the transaction level and apply sound, consistent, and practical resolutions.
• Demonstrated commercial judgment and problem‑solving capability in ambiguous, high‑value, and time‑sensitive situations.
• Ability to manage complex and highly confidential matters in a mature, professional, and discreet manner.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and engage confidently with internal stakeholders and external counterparties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate contractual positions, risks, and recommendations to audiences ranging from field teams to executive leadership.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, managing multiple priorities and deliverables in a fast‑paced, demanding project environment.
• Strategic and analytical mindset with a focus on planning, continuous improvement, and proactive risk identification.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, evolving scopes, and project needs while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, for commercial analysis, documentation, and reporting.