Manager, Contract Management

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThis position provides oversight for contract management activities on Fluor projects or as lead contract manager on individual Fluor contracts. This role assures, through assigned contract administrators, compliance with all statutes, regulations, and contract terms and conditions. The position requires the contract manager to report to project, department and company senior leadership on the health of the assigned project(s); participate in developing and approving contracting strategies generally directly reporting through an intermediate senior contract manager. The individual will review and approve contract awards with their delegated authority, generally for mid-to-large contracts. Job Duties:Administer moderately large and complex contractsNegotiate contract terms and conditions, analyze commercial sections of proposals and technical proposal evaluations, and coordinate technical scopes of work including interface with all project disciplines (including project controls, legal services, project management, construction, engineering, finance/accounting, and client)Participate in proposal development activities including preparation of required proposal response, develop final proposal evaluations and prepare contract recommendations, and present recommendation to project team and/or clientPerform contract management post-award activities through evaluating and status of contractors’ productivity, schedule adherence, contract change management, invoicing and claims avoidancePerform closeout of contracts, finalize outstanding contract issues, issue of final modifications, invoices and coordinate completion of contractor performance evaluationsTravel to project siteOther duties as assignedBasic Job RequirementsAccredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twelve (12) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal sixteen (16) years if non-degreedAbility to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Other Job RequirementsPrepare, maintain, retrieve, and communicate records, reports, or documents that may be required to meet corporate and Contract Management requirementsInterface with all levels of the project team – and be able to represent and interface with all levels of internal and/or external management and corporate organization persons; conduct meetings with interfacing disciplines in the support of scope or commercial term developmentBe proactive with contractors to ensure contract compliance, generation of progress, schedules, daily and other status reports, invoices, and supporting documents in a timely mannerAccept and successfully complete an international assignment (from eighteen to twenty-four (18-24) months)Provide consultative analytical, and contract management support in the area of Contract Management for the project management, project controls, and construction management leadership and other senior leaders as required but generally reporting through a senior contracts managerProtect the Company’s interests by enforcing warranties, mitigating risk, and providing oversight to project contract management teams with oversight from a senior contracts managerEnsure timely payment of contractorsProtect the Company’s interests by enforcing warranties, mitigating risk, and providing oversight to project contract management teamsManage contract processes to avoid claims and participate in the equitable settlement of claimsDevelop a claims prevention programPerform Contractor resource survey Review contracts project set-upAudit other projectsExecute portfolio assignments as requested, perform contract risk assessments, and formulate mitigation strategiesDevelop standard contract templates for a project, prepare Project Contract Procedures, and provide input to Project Final ReportCoordinate the timely issue/distribution/response of documents to the ContractorAbility to travel to project sites up to 25%Coordinate/maintain control of Site InstructionsPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree such as an Masters in Business Administration, Law degree (Juris Doctor), or global equivalentFifteen (15) years of contract management, subcontract administration, and procurement experience supporting engineering and construction projectsExperience developing negotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts related to services, construction, engineering, materials and equipment installationStrong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms and conditionsBroad understanding of the construction industry and contract language associated engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM)Experience with administering the Request for Proposal/Request for Quotation (RFP/RFQ) process for contractors on heavy industrial construction projectsExperience with government contracts for Government GroupExtensive experience and knowledge in contract formation and contract administrationDomestic/international field assignment experience preferred; international project experience preferredStrong working knowledge of Contract LawExperience in accurately formulating multiple compensation structures including, but not limited to, reimbursable cost, lump sum, and unit priceExperience in work change and claims evaluation and negotiationExperience in creating Request for Proposal (RFP)/Contract packages and interfacing with multiple disciplines in their creationExperience in creating Project Specific Contract Terms and Conditions by flowing down terms from the Prime ContractExperience working with Project Management, Engineering, and Construction to develop a sound Project Execution Plan and Contract PlanExperience in the Team Contract Management approach to contracting which includes each department being responsible for a portion of the RFP/Contracting processClear understanding of the difference between Lump Sum and Cost Reimbursables execution approachExperience in formulating strategies for individual contractsExcellent communication skillsWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.Salary Range: $108,000.00 - $201,000.00Department:ES Americas