Director of Contract Management

Dashiell • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services, provides technical and construction services for critical electric infrastructure across utility, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets. The Director of Contract Management will build and lead the contract management group within the Legal Department, establishing strategy, processes, and governance for contracts throughout their lifecycle, from intake and review through administration and closeout. The role supports Legal and operational teams in facilitating contracting and post-execution contract management; it is not responsible for negotiating contracts. The position is based at Dashiell’s Houston, Texas office and reports into the Legal Department.

The Director will create a consistent, scalable contract management function intended to shorten cycle times and reduce company risk. The role provides project, operations, and business development teams with guidance on contract obligations and gives leadership reliable information about contract performance, obligations, and exposure. The Director will also develop and retain a strong team that serves as a trusted business partner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, legal studies, construction management, engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree, at four years of relevant experience per bachelor’s degree.
• At least 10 years of progressive contract management, contract administration, or commercial contracting experience, including at least three years leading a team.
• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop a strong team, including establishing a new function.
• Strong working knowledge of contract law principles, risk allocation, and commercial terms, including indemnity, limitation of liability, insurance, payment, change, and termination provisions.
• Ability to evaluate contract terms and clearly communicate risk to negotiators and business leaders.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with sound judgment about when to escalate issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage senior leaders and partners across the business.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or similar certification.
• Experience with construction, engineering, or infrastructure contracts, including master service agreements, subcontracts, and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreements.
• Experience selecting and implementing contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and contract repositories.

Responsibilities

• Build, staff, and lead the contract management group within the Legal Department, including hiring, developing, and mentoring contract managers and administrators.
• Establish the contract management strategy, framework, and standard operating procedures for the contract lifecycle, including intake, review with operational leads, administration, and closeout.
• Coordinate intake, review, and administration of customer, subcontractor, supplier, and vendor agreements; escalate nonstandard terms and issues to Legal counsel and business leaders responsible for negotiations.
• Oversee contract administration, including subcontracting and flow-downs, amendments, change orders, notices, claims documentation, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Partner with Operations, Project Management, Procurement, Finance, Risk and Insurance, and Business Development to support contract requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and report metrics such as contract volume, cycle time, and renewals to Legal and executive leadership.
• Train business stakeholders on contract policies, processes, and requirements.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned or requested.
• Build and lead a consistent, scalable contract management function that shortens contract cycle times and reduces risk.
• Provide project, operations, and business development teams support and clear guidance on contract requirements and obligations.
• Provide leadership with reliable data on contract performance, obligations, and exposure.
• Develop and retain a strong contract management team.

Benefits

• Company-paid life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans, with FSA or HSA options
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Critical illness insurance
• Group accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

What This Job Offers

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