Procurement Contracts Manager

Procurement Contracts Manager (Construction & Real Estate) – Hybrid (4/1) in NYC

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Procurement Contracts Manager with a Juris Doctor to lead contract drafting, negotiation, and lifecycle management efforts. This role will serve as a key partner to internal stakeholders, ensuring contracts are structured to support business objectives while minimizing risk. The ideal candidate brings a strong legal background, excellent negotiation skills, and experience within construction and/or real estate asset management environments.

Responsibilities

Contract Drafting & Negotiation, Administration, Legal & Risk Compliance,

• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a range of agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, Amendments, and NDAs
• Ensure contract terms are clear, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals
• Support ad hoc projects and special assignments as needed
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including initiation, approval, execution, renewal, and termination
• Track contractual obligations, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure compliance
• Maintain accurate and organized contract records and documentation
• Ensure all contractual activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Partner with Risk Management to confirm appropriate insurance requirements
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks in collaboration with Legal and Procurement leadership
• Serve as a primary point of contact for contract-related matters across internal teams and external vendors
• Collaborate with legal counsel, project managers, asset management, and construction teams
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support performance and accountability
• Assist in resolving contract-related issues efficiently

Contract Close-Out, Financial & Cost Management

• Oversee contract close-out processes, ensuring all obligations are fulfilled and documentation is complete
• Facilitate clear communication across stakeholders to avoid delays
• Analyze contract pricing structures and financial terms
• Benchmark rates and terms against industry standards to support cost-effective negotiations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Juris Doctor (J.D.) required
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in contract negotiation, management, or administration
• Prior experience in construction and/or real estate asset management strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced contract negotiation and management expertise
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Experience with contract management systems/software (implementation experience a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Compensation

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the salary range is estimated to be $125,000.00 to $175,000.00 annually.

Benefits

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Sick Leave: Accrued based on date of hire during calendar year
• Vacation Time: 21 days of PTO
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (various plans)
• 401(k) Plan: With profit Sharing

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