Contract Formation Lead - Rail

Bechtel Corporation•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$161,874 - $219,006•Remote

About The Position

This role will support a transformative heavy rail project in Southern California. Team members will be an important part of a multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering innovative, sustainable, and long-term mobility solutions to enhance connectivity and support regional growth. The program offers the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals on one of the most significant transportation infrastructure initiatives currently in development.

Requirements

Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.
Recognized subject matter expert in contract formation and commercial management.
Extensive experience negotiating complex design, construction, services, and equipment contracts.
Advanced knowledge of EPC contracting strategies, risk allocation, and commercial negotiations.
Demonstrated ability to influence project outcomes and advise senior stakeholders.
Extensive knowledge of contract management and negotiations gained through education or experience.
Knowledge of when to engage and how to work effectively with legal counsel.
Working knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, and Bechtel policies, procedures and work practices.
Skill in working and informing effectively, both orally and in writing, across all levels.

Nice To Haves

Previous Public Works experience or have supported Rail projects.

Responsibilities

Establishes and executes market engagement strategy
Leads development of contract formation and packaging strategies.
Directs preparation of RFTs, bid packages, evaluation criteria, and contract documents.
Leads bidder communications, clarification processes, and commercial evaluations.
Prepares and presents award recommendations to project and stakeholder leadership.
Leads negotiations for complex, high-risk, or high-value contracts.
Facilitates key commercial workshops and pre-award meetings.
Provides commercial oversight and guidance for major contract packages.
Leads resolution of significant contractual disputes, claims, and contract changes.
Advises project leadership on commercial risk and contractual strategy.
Interfaces with legal counsel and senior management on complex contractual matters.
Ensures consistent application of contract terms, governance requirements, and best practices.
Mentors and provides guidance to other contract professionals.