Contract Manager - Fairfield County, CT at Oak Ridge Legal Search in Connecticut, Connecticut, United States

Job description

• We are working with a fast-growing company in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector seeking a Contract Manager to join its team in Fairfield County, Connecticut. The company will consider qualified candidates throughout the Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey area who are able to work a hybrid schedule in Fairfield County.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a contracts professional with at least one year of experience in contract administration, legal operations, project coordination, or legal support who enjoys managing details, working cross-functionally, and taking ownership of processes from review through execution and closeout.
• The Contract Manager will support the full contract lifecycle while working closely with Legal, Finance, Business Development, Project Management, Logistics, and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and redline standard commercial agreements, including contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, amendments, and related documents
• Prepare contract redlines and concise summaries of key terms
• Track contract deadlines, deliverables, renewals, milestones, approvals, and other obligations
• Maintain accurate contract files, databases, tracking logs, and supplier documentation
• Support Statements of Work (SOWs) and Purchase Orders (POs), including reviewing required terms and attachments and coordinating internal approvals
• Assist with proposal and bid activities by reviewing contractual terms and identifying potential issues involving scope, pricing, schedules, flow-down provisions, intellectual property, and confidentiality
• Coordinate with internal business teams and external parties to gather information and facilitate contract execution
• Identify and escalate contractual and compliance risks as appropriate
• Respond to contract-related information and documentation requests

Requirements

• At least one year of relevant experience in contract management, contract administration, legal operations, project coordination, or legal support involving agreements and documentation
• Bachelor's degree preferred, particularly in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field
• Working knowledge of fundamental contract concepts, including terms and conditions, confidentiality, deliverables, and change management
• Ability to read and understand contract language and identify key provisions
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize key contractual terms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with contract management systems or related technology is a plus

Skills

Required

• Strong organizational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Contract management systems (preferred)

Benefits

• The anticipated salary range is $65,000–$70,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Flexible/hybrid work arrangements
• Employee referral program