Contracts Manager – HPC Data Center Development

Bitfarms•New York, NY

2h•$120,000 - $230,000

About The Position

Bitfarms is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our HPC Data Center Development team, reporting directly to the SVP of Construction. You will oversee a complex, multi-site contract portfolio spanning Pennsylvania and Washington State, managing over 1 GW of high-performance computing (HPC) data center development across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments. This is a hands-on role for someone with deep expertise in the Data Center market or large-scale infrastructure projects. You'll manage vendor relationships, support regulatory approvals, mitigate construction risks, and ensure contract compliance across concurrent multi-billion-dollar projects in fast-paced environments.

Requirements

Minimum 8+ years of contract administration in data center, large-scale infrastructure, or industrial construction projects
Demonstrated expertise managing multi-site, multi-jurisdiction development pipelines (experience with Pennsylvania and/or Washington regulatory environments is a plus)
Proven track record negotiating and administering contracts exceeding $50M in value
Experience with utility interconnection agreements, power purchase agreements, or energy infrastructure projects (PJM market knowledge a strong plus)
Prior experience managing contracts with general contractors, mechanical/electrical specialists, and technology infrastructure vendors
Deep understanding of data center construction requirements, specifications, and supply chain
Knowledge of data center infrastructure: power distribution, cooling systems (liquid cooling, closed-loop systems), networking, modular construction
Familiarity with current market trends in respect of chips and data center hardware
Understanding of environmental compliance, permitting processes, and construction regulations
Contract Drafting & Analysis: Identify legal risks, propose protective language, and negotiate favorable terms
Cost & Schedule: Clear understanding of forecasting, risk identification and management
Project Management: Manage multiple concurrent contracts with competing deadlines in fast-paced environments
Risk Assessment: Strong analytical skills to identify hidden contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Communication: Executive-level presentation skills; ability to articulate complex contract issues to legal, finance, and operations teams
Problem-Solving: Experience resolving contract disputes, managing change orders, and delivering solutions under schedule pressure
Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills with contract management software (Procore, Vantage Point, Aconex, or similar); strong Excel and database skills
Stakeholder Management: Build relationships and manage expectations with internal teams and external vendors across jurisdictions
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Law, or related field
Strategic thinker with ability to balance legal protection, cost control, and schedule adherence
Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and documentation discipline
Resilient and adaptable in managing ambiguity and shifting priorities across concurrent projects
Proactive risk manager who anticipates issues before escalation
Executive presence and ability to communicate with C-level leadership and board members

Nice To Haves

Experience with modular or accelerated construction delivery methods
Prior work with blue chip organizations
Familiarity with expedited permitting processes for energy infrastructure projects
Experience managing contracts under tight 12–24 month construction cycles
In depth experience managing cost and schedule requirements for construction projects
Understanding of sustainability certifications, carbon markets, or environmental incentive programs
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) preferred
Legal background (Juris Doctor) or contract law certification a plus

Responsibilities

Own complete contract administration across design, permitting, construction, and commissioning phases for over 1 GW HPC data center pipeline
Negotiate, draft, review and execute construction contracts, vendor agreements, power purchase agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs)
Manage multi-jurisdiction contracting requirements (PA utility regulations, WA environmental compliance, federal energy incentive programs)
Administer contracts with Owners Reps, A&E, GCs, major mechanical/electrical/cooling system vendors, and specialized HPC infrastructure providers
Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks including force majeure provisions, supply chain dependencies, schedule delays, and cost overruns
Ensure compliance with energy market regulations, state environmental requirements, and utility interconnection agreements
Manage insurance requirements, bonding, and liability provisions across contractor base
Develop risk mitigation strategies for tight delivery schedules
Track regulatory approvals and ensure contract alignment with permitting milestones
Manage concurrent contracts across geographically dispersed sites with different construction phases, specifications, and power infrastructure
Coordinate between construction teams, legal, finance, and operations to resolve contract disputes and change orders
Monitor contract performance, delivery schedules, cost forecasting and SLA compliance through monthly reporting to SVP Construction
Maintain contract database and manage renewals, expirations, and amendments
Lead negotiations with contractors, equipment suppliers, and specialty service providers (liquid cooling, GPU infrastructure, etc.)
Serve as primary escalation point for contract-related issues between construction and vendor teams
Prepare contract status reports and executive summaries for leadership review
Monitor contract budgets, track invoicing accuracy, and identify cost control opportunities
Review and assess progress claims and invoices a monthly basis,
Provide input to stakeholder teams and SVP on forecast cost to completion for each of the specific contracts
Analyze change order requests for scope, cost, and schedule impact
Maintain audit trails for contract modifications and expenditures
Support financial planning for contract expenditures across 1.3 GW pipeline