Contracts Manager

Contracts ManagerHatch is currently seeking a Contracts Manager to join our team based in Houston, TX. The Contracts Manager leads a team of contract specialists, contract administrators and administrative support staff focused on the management of construction, services and material/equipment supply and installation contracts during the execution of EPCM projects and has vital responsibilities in carrying a project to an on-time, on-budget completion.The Contracts Manager is the owner of the entire contracting process, both pre and post award activities. Contract management includes negotiating the terms and conditions in contracts and ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions, including documenting and agreeing on any changes that may arise during its implementation or execution. It can be summarized as the process of systematically and efficiently managing contract formation, execution/administration, and analysis for the purpose of maximizing financial, scope and schedule related performance and minimizing risk.Key Responsibilities:Implements the contract management plan, documented as part of the PEPManagement of processes within the appropriate procurement systemsDraft package plan and strategy and obtain client approvalManagement of the bidding processReview contract terms and conditions and consider and recommend special terms and conditions as required in liaison with contraction managementPrepare and award contracts for executionHandover to site administrationContractual change controlManagement of contractual processes within the appropriate Hatch core systemProgram monitoring and progress meetingsPayment certificationClaims administrationDevelop, process and implement contractual documents and change notices in a timely mannerAdministrate contracts in accordance with general requirements of contractual terms and conditionsMaintain various contract registers and as per project specific instructionsProactive management and report of forecasted final costs and cash flow contractsManagement of bonds/guaranteesCloseout and handover over to the clientEnsure the application of contractor's performance evaluationSupervision, training and assistance of team membersConduct regular meetings with team members to discuss status quoEssential Qualifications and Experience:Extensive experience on an EPCM project environment with capital projects, specifically in a management roleRelated training in Contracts/Legal as well as general project and management related trainingExperience with drafting of commercial terms and conditions and an understanding of accompanying legal implicationsProficient negotiation skillsExcellent understanding of procurement processes which include both materials and contracts management and corporate governance principlesKnowledge and understanding of quality systems, environmental, health and safety regulations, expediting techniques and Incoterms applicationsExperience in dispute resolution techniques and their applicationsPrior experience in the administration of construction/service contracts and major equipment purchase ordersExperience in using, developing and implementing procurement reporting toolsWhy join us? Work with great people to make a difference. Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Top employer. What we offer you? Flexible work environment. Long term career development. Think globally, work locally.Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.