Contracts Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Manager

Location: Norwalk, CT - Hybrid - We are accepting candidates in the New York, New Jersey & Connecticut surrounding areas.

GameChange Solar is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the booming solar industry. We are a leader in the solar racking and tracker industry with a dynamic and driven team passionate about changing the game in solar. Our products are designed to be the fastest installing and most cost-effective in the industry.

We are looking to hire a Contract Manager to support the contract lifecycle (review, drafting, execution, tracking, and closeout) to enable business objectives and reduce contractual/compliance risk, while coordinating with internal teams and external parties, including maintaining records and supporting purchase order (PO) processes.

Contract Manager Role and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and redline standard products and services agreements (contracts/subcontracts, NDAs, amendments) using templates; prepare redlines and short contract summaries.
• Track key dates, deliverables, renewals, and milestones; maintain organized contract files and a basic tracking log/database.
• Enter, update, and track contract and supplier documentation and ensure key data, status, and approvals are current.
• Support statement of work (SOW) and purchase order (PO) review by confirming required terms/attachments, coordinating internal routing/approvals, and maintaining records.
• Support proposal/bid activities by reviewing terms and flagging issues (scope, pricing terms, flow-downs, schedule, IP, confidentiality).
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Business Development, Project Management, Logistics and Operations to gather inputs and ensure smooth execution and documentation.
• Identify and escalate contractual and compliance risks; and respond to information/document requests.

Contract Manager Skills and Education Requirements:

• 1–3 years of experience as a contract manager, legal ops, project coordination, or legal support involving agreements and documentation.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business; Legal) or related practical experience.
• Working knowledge of basic contract concepts (terms/conditions, confidentiality, deliverables, change management) and comfort reading contract language.
• Strong organization and attention to detail; able to manage multiple requests and keep records accurate.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to summarize key terms and follow up on outstanding items.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with contract management tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of contract principles, legal terminology, and compliance practices.

Salary: $65,000-$70,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Norwalk, CT - Hybrid - We are accepting candidates in the New York, New Jersey & Connecticut surrounding areas.

Business Office professional attire when in office setting. PPE and GCS attire for onsite visits.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Principals only. GameChange Solar does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. PLEASE NO AGENCY CONTACTS.