Contract Manager

The Contracts Engineer, using technical knowledge, plays a critical role in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating equipment sales and Aftermarket sales contracts, including construction-related agreements. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers, vendors, bonding agencies, and legal advisors, to ensure contracts reflect HUBER’s business objectives and operational needs.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following represents a list of essential duties and responsibilities. It is not all encompassing and may be expanded or altered as business needs change.

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

• Review, draft, redline, and negotiate various contracts including Equipment and Aftermarket sales contracts, Purchase orders and direct bids, Construction-related agreements (design-build, CMAR, public sector), Vendor agreements and service agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, HR, finance, and project management teams, to ensure contract compliance and risk mitigation.
• Analyze and negotiate terms and conditions for purchase orders and project contracts, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Facilitate contract execution by coordinating necessary approvals and ensuring all contractual documents are properly maintained.
• Advise internal teams and leadership on contract terms, obligations, and potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws affecting contract administration and procurement.
• Coordinate with bonding companies to secure required bonds and maintain accurate records of bond documentation.
• Oversee the request, receipt, and distribution of insurance certificates to customers.
• Ensure proper execution and documentation of purchase orders and tax exemption forms as required.
• Maintain an organized digital and physical repository of contracts, amendments, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor and implement updates to existing contracts in response to legal or regulatory changes.
• Provide contract-related insights to project managers and finance teams, including special terms, delivery dates, penalties, and federal project requirements.
• Conduct due diligence on new customers to assess contractual viability before acceptance.
• Stay informed on industry trends, legislative updates, and best practices in contract administration.
• Manage equipment order entry, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contractual requirements.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervision responsibilities.

• WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Light physical demand, able to sit at a desk using a computer, calculator and to concentrate and read for extended periods. Must be able to read and comprehend contracts, including small print, compose scope, terms and conditions write letters. Role will enter data into a computer daily.

• POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, based on an approved schedule. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand or for training opportunities.

• TRAVEL

Travel may be required for training, or customer meetings off-site.

• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Paralegal Certification or professional certification in contract management (e.g., CCCA, CPCM, CFCM) is strongly preferred
• A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in contracts administration, construction contract negotiation, or other relevant roles
• Experience with contract negotiation, risk assessment, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Demonstrated experience negotiating complex contracts in industrial, construction, environmental, or public sector industries.
• Familiarity with public…