Contracts Manager - Veev

Veev is leading the way in the transformation of the construction industry with an innovative approach to modular home construction.  Veev's prefabricated closed panel systems allow homes to be assembled efficiently on site while delivering both a more sustainable and higher quality final product than traditional construction.  As a new subsidiary of Lennar, Veev is leveraging the strength and scale of its parent company while maintaining the speed and disruptive approach from its roots as a Silicon Valley based startup.  Veev has developed a vertically integrated approach that involves multi-disciplinary collaboration across real estate, design, development, engineering, manufacturing, and construction.

The Role

The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of contract management, from initial negotiation to execution and compliance monitoring. This role requires a deep understanding of contract law, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support business objectives and mitigate risk. The Contracts Manager will ensure that all contracts adhere to company policies, meet legal and regulatory standards, and align with company goals.

Responsibilities

Veev is currently seeking a Contracts Manager with the requisite experience who will have responsibility for the following:

• Interface with senior management on contractual issues.
• Manage and provide leadership responsibility including but not limited to: proposal preparation (reviewing costs volumes, providing oversight of model contract and intellectual property considerations), assessment of terms and conditions to ensure the corporation is protected from unusual risk and sustains or improves Veev's long range plan.
• Work on a wide range of complex programmatic matters and provide advice and counsel on contractual and procurement-related matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships to ensure positive and constructive interactions.
• Negotiates subcontracts, teaming, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Ensures contracts achieves optimal operational performance by adhering to contract policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and working in partnership with the business leaders to drive performance standards.
• Duties may include management and administration of company contracts, including contract negotiations, to achieve the company annual operating plan.
• Reviews and resolves issues affecting company compliance and ensures the satisfaction of legal requirements, Company, and customer objectives by working closely with the Department leaders, General Counsel, and other senior executives.
• Provides strategic guidance to completion on more complex bids.
• Build a team of contract administrators as the company grows.

Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree. A JD or other advanced degree is preferred but not required.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in contract management, procurement, legal, or related field.
• Skills:
  • In-depth knowledge of contract law, contract management principles, and risk management.
  • Strong negotiation skills with a focus on favorable contract terms and compliance.
  • Proficiency in contract management software and tools—Ironclad preferred.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex legal and business issues and propose solutions.
• Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating terms that are beneficial to the organization and mitigate risk.
• Risk Management: Proactively identifies and mitigates risks associated with contract terms.
• Collaboration: Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Compensation

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on skills, education, experience, and location is $115,000 - $130,000 annually for Hayward, CA and surrounding areas. 

Benefits Highlights

• Paid vacations, sick, and holidays
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance
• 401k + Matching
• Subsidized EV Charging
• Long Term Disability

We are committed to bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be their authentic self, feel a sense of community, and do great work together. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status.