Contract manger - Midwest Region

The role

The Contract Manager supports the administration and execution of contracts by overseeing their full lifecycle. This role involves drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and maintaining agreements with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and business partners.

What you will do

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts, vendor agreements, subcontractor agreements, NDAs, service agreements, change orders, and amendments.
• Ensure contracts comply with company standards, legal requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Identify contractual risks and recommend solutions to mitigate exposure.
• Log and track negotiation status, contract milestones, renewals, expirations, deliverables, and compliance obligations.
• Ensure proper flow down of Prime Contract requirements to subcontractors and vendors.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to provide contract guidance, risk assessment, and change-order support.
• Maintain contract templates, clause libraries, and standardized processes.
• Utilize Docusign to coordinate contract negotiation, execution, and document retention.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related questions and escalations.
• Support audits, reporting, and documentation requests related to contractual agreements.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
• 3–7+ years’ experience in contract management, procurement, legal operations, or a related field
• Strong understanding of contract terminology, negotiation principles, and risk-management practices
• Experience drafting and reviewing commercial agreements and vendor contracts
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and analytical problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software or ERP systems
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong internal and external relationships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and maintain effective working relationships with candidates, hiring managers, Talent Acquisition, HR, and other internal teams
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and flexible, with the ability to adjust to changing business needs and priorities

Nice to have

• 3+ years’ experience in construction, manufacturing, engineering, energy, or industrial services industries
• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or similar certification
• Experience of working with government agencies, procurement, contracts, and vendors
• Familiarity with state and federal compliance requirements
• Familiarity with insurance terms, surety agreements, bonding, and regulatory standards
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems
• Prior experience supporting fast-paced, multi-state, or high-growth organizations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner serving various industries across the U.S. Their services include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.