Contract Manager, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Raleigh, NC)

Linxon•Raleigh, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Linxon, a joint venture of AtkinsRéalis and Hitachi Energy, delivers high-performing EPC solutions for complex AC substation and electrification projects. We support community growth and industrial development by providing end-to-end engineering, procurement, management, and construction services. We are seeking a Contract Manager to serve as a key commercial advisor for EPC delivery of utility grid infrastructure projects across North America and Latin America. This role involves shaping contract strategy, managing subcontracting and procurement, and resolving claims and disputes to protect project margin, schedule, and reputation.

Requirements

5–8 years of experience in contract management or commercial roles within the construction or EPC industry, ideally supporting utility grid infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
Hands-on experience advising on EPC contracts, subcontracting, equipment procurement, insurance, claims management, and dispute resolution.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to influence diverse stakeholders.
Ability to balance detailed contract analysis with broader strategic and commercial objectives.
Demonstrated independence in decision-making and ability to drive contracts, claims, and complex issues to conclusion.
Confidence to communicate difficult or unpopular positions and hold stakeholders accountable.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Experience working effectively in a fast-paced, close-knit, multilingual, and multidisciplinary environment.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Additional language proficiency, particularly Spanish or French.
Juris Doctor or equivalent legal qualification.
Interest in learning and applying technical concepts related to utility construction projects and heavy industrial manufacturing environments in the United States.

Responsibilities

Support sales and tender teams from bid preparation through contract award by reviewing, negotiating, and drafting EPC agreements.
Advise supply chain management from sourcing through contract close-out by negotiating and drafting key supplier and subcontractor agreements.
Work with the project implementation organization to manage contract changes, evaluate claims, and drive timely resolutions.
Analyze EPC, subcontract, and supplier contracts to identify legal and commercial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Draft and issue contractual correspondence to enforce contractual rights and preserve claims.
Provide clear commercial advice and formal opinions to enable informed, strategic project and business actions.
Participate directly in negotiations with clients, joint venture partners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Coordinate with external legal counsel for dispute escalation, arbitration, or litigation.
Collaborate with US management, engineers, and technical teams to integrate commercial discipline into decisions.
Ensure all commercial proposals and transactions comply with Linxon’s policies, procedures, and governance requirements.