Contracts Manager - BRPH

BRPH is looking for a Contracts Manager for our Melbourne, Florida headquarter office. Our contracts manager position will oversee the complete life-cycle of contracts related to complex construction, architecture and engineering services projects, including government contracts. This impactive role requires a deep understanding of industry-focused contractual frameworks and a proven ability to ensure that all agreement-related processes are conducted efficiently, compliantly, and pro-actively to mitigate risk and support business goals.  The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have extensive experience in contract negotiation and administration with a proven ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful contract outcomes.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contract Management and Negotiation

• Develop, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and amendments with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure contracts align with project objectives and comply with laws, regulatory standards and company policies.

Contract Administration

• Monitor and report on contract execution, deliverables, milestones, and obligations.
• Manage change orders, claims, and variations while protecting the company’s interests.
• Maintain contract documentation, including correspondence, reports, and records.

Risk Assessment and Management

• Identify and assess contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, especially for government contracts.

Compliance and Reporting

• Monitor adherence to contract terms, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and other requirements for government contracts.
• Provide updates to senior management on contract issues, resolutions and process improvements.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between project teams, legal counsel, and external parties on contractual matters.
• Support business development teams in reviewing contract terms during project pursuits.

Contract Life-Cycle Management

• Develop and implement a comprehensive contract management framework to support the company’s construction, architecture, and engineering services.
• Manage and create processes across the complete contract life-cycle from initial opportunity to closeout.
• Design KPIs to measure the contract management program’s effectiveness and drive continuous improvement to support scalability and organizational goals.
• Create and deliver training for internal teams focused on contract-management practices, compliance, and risk management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, construction management, law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in contract management, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong familiarity with commercial and government contracts, including FAR/DFARS.
• Experience in resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments or subsidiaries. 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled at implementing and operating construction project management programs, policies and procedures.
• Proficient in establishing contract management software.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft office Suite.

CERTIFICATIONS (PREFERRED)

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
• Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS)
• Proficiency with contract administration tools required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The work is semi-sedentary work and requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, typing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
• Ability to stand and sit for periods longer than 30 minutes but not to exceed two hours consecutively.
• Ability to control behavior when encountering stressful situations or short deadlines and to maintain a high level of concentration.
• Ability to print and draw letters, numbers, words, characters, and symbols that are legible and understood by others.
• Ability to learn complex tasks and remember how to complete tasks without assistance once trained.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary.

EOE/AA/MFDV