Contracts Manager - MWH : Job Details

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Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc., is seeking a Contracts Manager to support operations from Salem, Oregon.

Slayden Constructors is a leader in civil construction in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on water and wastewater infrastructure. We have built a reputation for successful projects over 40 years, positively impacting local communities. Grow your career with a team committed to delivering quality projects safely and on time, guided by our principles: People Matter, Team Unity, Solutions Driven, and Forward Focused.

• Manage the full contract lifecycle: pre-proposal, proposal, execution, and closeout. Evaluate subcontractor RFPs, negotiate subcontracts, identify risks, and manage modifications and change orders.
• Support multiple projects, requiring extensive knowledge of standard and non-standard construction contracts, including indemnity, insurance, waivers, liability caps, force majeure, warranties, and payment provisions. Review related documents like NDAs, purchase orders, teaming, joint venture, and rental agreements.
• Require at least 5 years of experience in-house for a construction or heavy civil infrastructure company. Must understand construction contract principles, risk mitigation, and prioritize work under tight deadlines.

• Assist the Legal and Risk Team with contract negotiations, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Support procurement with insurance, bonds, subcontracts, and vendor agreements.
• Advise project teams on contractual risks and negotiate modifications.
• Develop risk summaries, participate in risk reviews, and support claims processes.

• Bachelor's degree in legal studies, business, engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of contract management and procurement experience in construction, preferably water infrastructure.
• Proven negotiation skills and contract creation experience.
• Knowledge of subcontracting, insurance, bonds, and alternative delivery methods like CMAR, DB, CMS, and Hard Bid.
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and handle sensitive, time-critical tasks.
• Excellent writing and communication skills; proficient in MS Office, especially Word and PowerPoint.

• Experience in construction contract execution and compliance, including insurance.
• Experience with a national commercial construction firm or similar industry.

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Company-paid life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Employee Assistance, and Health Advocate programs.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted rates.
• Flexible time off, paid parental leave, 10 holidays, 401(k) with company match, and referral program.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Construction

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