Senior Contract Manager
Key Skills
Job Description
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
Fluor is seeking a Senior Contract Manager for future opportunities. In this role, you will provide contract management leadership on medium to large projects and support the development and execution of contracting strategies that contribute to successful project delivery.
In this role you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, company policies, and contractual requirements while providing commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle. This position requires strong technical and professional expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively manage contractual risk in a dynamic project environment.
This requisition is being maintained to identify potential candidates for future opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead contract management activities on medium to large projects.
- Develop and implement contracting strategies for individual contracts.
- Conduct resource surveys and contract risk assessments and prepare reports of findings.
- Support project setup activities, including the development of project contract management documentation and master documents.
- Promote and implement improvements to systems, processes, and procedures.
- Assess resource requirements, prepare manpower and indirect cost estimates, and manage budgets for assigned contracts.
- Review and provide commercial input to contract award recommendations.
- Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company requirements.
- Support work change management activities and claims evaluation and negotiation.
- Analyze complex issues, identify risks and opportunities, and develop practical solutions.
- Interface with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and other project stakeholders to support project objectives.
- Travel to project sites, as required, to support contract execution and project delivery.
Basic Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management related field.
- Minimum of 14 years of experience in contract management, commercial management, or a related discipline.
- Professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
- Willingness to travel and work remotely at project locations, as required.
- Experience developing and negotiating contract terms and conditions for construction, engineering, services, materials, and equipment installation contracts.
- Strong knowledge of contracting principles, commercial practices, and legal terms and conditions.
- Broad understanding of engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) projects.
- Experience administering Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes for contractors on heavy industrial projects.
- Demonstrated experience with multiple contract compensation models, including reimbursable cost, lump sum, and unit price contracts.
- Experience evaluating, negotiating, and resolving contract changes and claims.
- Ability to develop project-specific contract terms and conditions through effective flow-down of prime contract requirements.
- Experience working closely with Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams to develop Project Execution Plans and Contracting Plans.
- Proven ability to develop effective contracting strategies and manage contractual risk throughout the project lifecycle.
What Fluor Can Offer
- The opportunity to work on challenging and complex projects in a global environment.
- A diverse and collaborative team culture that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.
- International career opportunities and potential assignments across Fluor's global operations.
- Access to professional development and continuous learning opportunities through internal and external training programs.
- A workplace focused on safety, inclusion, and long-term career growth.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Core Responsibilities
The Senior Contract Manager will lead contract management activities on medium to large projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. They will also develop contracting strategies, manage budgets, and facilitate communication between project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management and possess at least 14 years of relevant experience. Strong expertise in contract principles, commercial practices, and EPFC/CM project environments is required.
Benefits
- Professional development
- Continuous learning programs
- Global career opportunities
- Collaborative team culture
About Fluor
Industry: Construction
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Fluor Corporation is a global engineering, procurement and construction company. We work with leaders in the energy, infrastructure, life sciences, advanced technologies, mining and metals industries, as well as government agencies, to build a better world. Since our founding in 1912, we have been building a legacy of innovation. Our nearly 27,000 employees provide professional and technical solutions to deliver safe, well-executed, capital-efficient projects for our global clients. At Fluor, we believe in open communication and value the conversations that are fostered through our social media communities. To learn more about our community standards, please visit: https://www.fluor.com/community-standards Fluor has been notified of fraudulent employment offers being made via email, WhatsApp and other channels to prospective candidates. Learn more: https://www.fluor.com/careers/recruitment-fraud-warning