Contract Manager

Contract Manager – Electrical Construction

Location: East Rutherford, NJ

Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 base salary

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Company Overview

We are representing a well-established, union electrical contractor with a strong regional presence across New Jersey and the NYC metro area. The organization operates nationally, supports a blue-chip client base, and delivers complex electrical and low-voltage construction projects across commercial, infrastructure, aviation, data center, and mission-critical environments. The firm is known for long-term stability, repeat clients, and a collaborative, operations-driven culture. This role sits within the New Jersey division, supporting active construction and service operations.

Position Summary

The Contract Manager is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of construction-related contracts, ensuring agreements align with business objectives, comply with legal and regulatory requirements, and appropriately mitigate risk.

This role works closely with operations, procurement, finance, and external partners, serving as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters across the NJ division.

Contract Administration & Negotiation

• Review, draft, and negotiate construction contracts with clients, suppliers, and vendors
• Ensure contracts align with organizational goals, risk tolerance, and legal standards
• Coordinate contract amendments, renewals, and change documentation

Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying and addressing issues or breaches
• Evaluate contractual terms to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with teams including operations, procurement, finance, legal, sales, and service
• Ensure all stakeholders understand and meet contractual obligations
• Provide guidance on contractual interpretation throughout project execution

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and organized contract records, correspondence, approvals, and revision history
• Provide reporting and insights to leadership on contract status, trends, and improvement opportunities

Vendor & Client Management

• Act as the primary contact for contract-related inquiries from vendors and clients
• Support dispute resolution and relationship management as needed

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in contract management or contract administration
• Experience working with construction industry contracts (electrical construction preferred)
• Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with an analytical mindset

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Contract Law / Legal Studies
• Experience reviewing electrical construction agreements, scopes, and contractual clauses
• Background supporting union construction environments

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple agreements simultaneously
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office 365

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to travel periodically to client or project locations
• Ability to navigate office environments and access standard office equipment

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000-$150,000 (experience‑dependent)
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options
• Paid time off and company‑provided personal/sick days
• Long‑term career stability with advancement opportunities