Trimark Associates, Inc.

Contracts Manager

Trimark Associates, Inc.
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeFolsom • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, negotiation, and risk assessment within the construction and utility-scale energy sectors. Proficient in developing and maintaining contractual frameworks while ensuring compliance and facilitating successful project execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Contract ManagementNegotiation SkillsRisk AssessmentCommercial AgreementsConstruction Contracting Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Oversee the review, negotiation, execution, and administration of customer, subcontractor, vendor, and partner agreements
  • Work with Sales, Operations, Project Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to identify contractual risks, protect company interests, and facilitate successful project execution
  • Support utility-scale energy, SCADA, controls, and systems integration projects by negotiating commercial agreements
  • Serve as the primary internal resource for contract interpretation, risk assessment, contractual compliance, and dispute avoidance throughout the project lifecycle
  • Review, analyze, and negotiate customer, subcontractor, vendor, non-disclosure, teaming, and service agreements
  • Lead negotiations with EPC contractors, project owners, utilities, and strategic partners
  • Identify contractual, financial, commercial, and operational risks and recommend mitigation strategies
  • Coordinate contract redlines and negotiations with internal and external stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain standard contract templates, terms and conditions, and negotiation playbooks
  • Assess contractual obligations and alignment with company policies and risk tolerance
  • Advise leadership, project teams, and sales personnel on contractual requirements, obligations, and potential liabilities
  • Monitor compliance with contractual commitments throughout project execution
  • Support claims management, change order administration, and dispute resolution activities
  • Maintain contract records and ensure proper execution, storage, and version control
  • Support proposals, bids, RFP responses, and customer negotiations
  • Collaborate with Project Management, Operations, and Finance on contractual requirements, payment terms, invoicing, insurance, and financial obligations
  • Coordinate high-value, strategic, and non-standard agreements with executive leadership
  • Establish and improve contract management processes, workflows, and documentation standards
  • Develop tracking mechanisms for contractual milestones, deliverables, notifications, and renewal dates
  • Assist with internal training on contract awareness, risk management, and contractual obligations
  • Support audits and due diligence for customers, partners, vendors, and acquisitions
  • Maintain knowledge of construction contracting practices, EPC agreements, and utility-scale energy project requirements
  • Provide recommendations on contracting strategies and commercial terms

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Legal Studies, or a related field
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in contract management, contract administration, commercial management, or a related discipline
  • Experience reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts associated with construction, industrial, utility, renewable energy, infrastructure, or engineering projects
  • Experience negotiating commercial agreements with EPC contractors, project owners, subcontractors, and strategic partners
  • Strong understanding of commercial terms and conditions, including indemnification, warranties, limitation of liability, insurance requirements, liquidated damages, schedule guarantees, performance guarantees, change order management, and dispute resolution provisions
  • Working knowledge of contract risk management principles and ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate contractual, financial, and operational risks
  • Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and contract management systems
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer
  • Must be able to sit for long periods using a keyboard and monitor display, travel to other locations, and lift up to 20 lbs
  • Must be able to organize and prioritize work, adapt behavior and work methods, maintain cooperative working relationships, and work independently and collaboratively

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Hard Skills
Contract AdministrationCommercial ManagementContract Risk ManagementChange Order ManagementDispute ResolutionFinancial Risk MitigationContractual ComplianceAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailProject Management
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office ApplicationsContract Management Systems
Industry Keywords
Utility-Scale EnergyEPC AgreementsConstruction ManagementRenewable EnergyInfrastructure ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsLegal StudiesBusiness AdministrationEngineering