Contracts Manager

AtkinsRéalis • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Contracts Manager to join its Contracts department. The position is based in Tampa, Orlando, or Miami, Florida, or Austin, Texas. The Contracts Manager oversees public and private contract administration for major contracts, including negotiation, correspondence, documentation, certification, financial reporting, and product delivery. The role works with geographically dispersed teams to support efficient deal flow and the timely, compliant negotiation and execution of contracts. It also provides guidance on contract issues, advises on contract requirements and risk mitigation, and supports less-experienced subcontract administrators. Prior Design/Build experience and knowledge of Design/Build contract risks and interpretations, including Progressive Design Build from the designer perspective, are preferred.

AtkinsRéalis is an engineering services and nuclear organization working to transform infrastructure and energy systems. The company describes its values as Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence, and states that it is committed to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and at least eight years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree in business administration or a related field and at least six years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of and working familiarity with state law and regulations.
• Experience with multiple contract types, performance-based contracting, and professional services.
• Good analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight time constraints.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations, help develop contract scope and specifications, organize information, and effectively use a PC and applicable software.

Nice To Haves

• Contracts Management credentials from NCMA.
• Prior Design/Build contract experience, with advanced knowledge of Design/Build contract risks and interpretations, including Progressive Design Build from the designer perspective.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the business on issues or challenges during contract processing, collaborating with geographically dispersed teams to support efficient deal flow and timely, compliant negotiation and execution.
• Draft, review, compile, and negotiate client-facing contractual documents, NDAs, teaming agreements, contract renewals, and other contractual matters in coordination with the business.
• Assist with or lead negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage through project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
• Review solicitation requests to assess whether contractual and commercial compliance with the terms and conditions is achievable.
• Coordinate approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.
• Advise on and interpret contract requirements and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop internal subcontract administrators by providing guidance and work leadership to less-experienced administrators.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, depending on employment status.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits, depending on employment status.
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, depending on employment status.
• Employee stock purchase plan, depending on employment status.
• Paid Time Off and leave-of-absence options, depending on employment status.
• Flexible work options, depending on employment status.
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs, depending on employment status.
• Employee assistance program and voluntary benefits, depending on employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior