Contract Manager (Commercial Law/Construction Law)

Siemens•Norfolk, VA

4h•$74,970 - $128,520•Remote

About The Position

Siemens is hiring a Contract Manager to support its Smart Infrastructure (SI) Buildings Business Unit. The position focuses on commercial and construction contracts and offers remote work from home. The employee is expected to work during regular business hours in the assigned Central or Pacific Time Zone. The role involves drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing contracts; assessing solicitations and managing contractual risks; interpreting contract terms and legal requirements; supporting compliance; and coordinating proposal efforts. The position is listed as full-time and permanent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Five years of experience reviewing construction contracts for large projects, including drafting contract addenda and modifications and applying industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
Five years of experience negotiating and modifying contract provisions on indemnification, limits of liability, consequential damages, and intellectual property.
Track record of incorporating risk-mitigating clauses into contracts or addenda to improve operational and legal outcomes.
Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), government policies and regulations, and other laws governing procurement.
Experience managing and reviewing subcontractor agreements and relationships.
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
Proficiency in English.

Nice To Haves

Law degree.
Attention to detail and accuracy in contract documentation and administration.
Knowledge of procurement processes and procedures specific to construction projects.
Ability to interpret technical specifications and drawings commonly found in construction contracts.
Knowledge of complex contract topics, such as cybersecurity, privacy, and insurance.
Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and legal teams.
Familiarity with project management methodologies and their application to contract administration in construction projects.
Understanding of risk management principles and strategies within construction contracts.
Advanced presentation and contract training skills.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize routine and non-routine commercial contractual documents efficiently and accurately.
Assess complex solicitations, identify potential risks and regulatory considerations, and propose mitigation strategies.
Evaluate terms, conditions, and legal requirements in proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulations and provide guidance and support to branch offices and management.
Identify contract risk factors and provide recommendations concerning terms and conditions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop responses and propose alternative terms or language.
Organize, manage, and prioritize multiple proposal efforts concurrently.
Manage and review subcontractor agreements and relationships.