Contracts Manager

Trimark Associates•Folsom, CA

20d•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Manager oversees the review, negotiation, execution, and administration of customer, subcontractor, vendor, and partner agreements supporting Trimark’s business operations. The role works closely with Sales, Operations, Project Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to identify contractual risks, protect company interests, and facilitate successful project execution. The position supports utility-scale energy, SCADA, controls, and systems integration projects, including negotiating commercial agreements with EPC contractors, project owners, utilities, and other stakeholders. It serves as the primary internal resource for contract interpretation, risk assessment, contractual compliance, and dispute avoidance throughout the project lifecycle. The employee primarily works in a climate-controlled office at an assigned desk under artificial lighting, with occasional temperature fluctuations and meetings or training away from the workstation. Travel to customer locations, project sites, industry events, and partner facilities may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Legal Studies, or a related field.
At least five years of experience in contract management, contract administration, commercial management, or a related discipline.
Ability to manage contractual risk, negotiate favorable commercial terms, and support complex projects throughout the contract lifecycle.
Strong understanding of commercial terms and conditions, including indemnification, warranties, limitation of liability, insurance requirements, liquidated damages, schedule guarantees, performance guarantees, change order management, and dispute resolution provisions.
Working knowledge of contract risk management principles and ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate contractual, financial, and operational risks.
Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate contractual and commercial concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and contract management systems.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer; visa sponsorship is not available.
Ability to sit for long periods using a keyboard and monitor display, travel to other locations, and lift up to 20 lbs.
Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines, adapt behavior and work methods to changing conditions or challenges, and sustain activity involving contract analysis, reasoning, negotiation, and problem solving.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships, respond appropriately to emotionally charged issues, act professionally, and work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to encourage a work environment that promotes sound business judgment, innovation, and effective risk management.

Nice To Haves

Experience reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts associated with construction, industrial, utility, renewable energy, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
Demonstrated experience negotiating commercial agreements with EPC contractors, project owners, subcontractors, and strategic partners.
Experience supporting utility-scale energy, automation, controls, SCADA, engineering, or systems integration projects.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and negotiate customer, subcontractor, vendor, non-disclosure, teaming, and service agreements.
Lead contract negotiations with EPC contractors, project owners, utilities, and strategic partners.
Identify contractual, financial, commercial, and operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Coordinate contract redlines and negotiations with internal stakeholders and external parties to achieve acceptable commercial terms.
Develop and maintain standard contract templates, terms and conditions, and negotiation playbooks.
Assess contractual obligations and ensure alignment with company policies and risk tolerance.
Advise leadership, project teams, and sales personnel on contractual requirements, obligations, and potential liabilities.
Monitor compliance with contractual commitments throughout project execution.
Support claims management, change order administration, and dispute resolution activities as needed.
Maintain contract records and ensure proper execution, storage, and version control of agreements.
Partner with Sales and Business Development teams to support proposals, bids, RFP responses, and customer negotiations.
Collaborate with Project Management and Operations teams to ensure project execution aligns with contractual requirements.
Work with Finance on payment terms, invoicing requirements, insurance provisions, and financial obligations.
Coordinate with executive leadership on high-value, strategic, and non-standard agreements requiring elevated review.
Establish and improve contract management processes, workflows, and documentation standards.
Develop tracking mechanisms for contractual milestones, deliverables, notifications, and renewal dates.
Assist with internal training on contract awareness, risk management, and contractual obligations.
Support audits and due diligence efforts associated with customers, partners, vendors, and acquisitions.
Maintain current knowledge of construction contracting practices, EPC agreements, and utility-scale energy project requirements.
Stay informed about contractual trends, risk allocation models, and commercial standards within energy and infrastructure markets.
Recommend improvements to contracting strategies and commercial terms to leadership.