Contracts Manager - Operations

Posting Title: Contracts Manager – OperationsReports To: Senior Contracts ManagerLocation: San Jose, California                                            Salary Range: $95,000 to $105,000   Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.WHO WE AREFor nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—always—do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything. THE LEGAL TEAMThe Legal and Risk Management team is responsible for all legal and legal-related matters such as litigation, contracts, compliance, and driving record policies. This is a diverse, complex, and often unpredictable portfolio of challenges. ABOUT THE ROLEThe Contracts Manager will be responsible for the review, negotiation, and management of contracts and subcontracts for our corporate support, production and construction operation teams.

• Proactive member of the Contracts Team who aids in the timely organization, analysis, review, distribution, and completion of contract documents for review by the interdisciplinary contract review/approval team.
• Preparation, summation and compilation of contract documents and comments from the review team and preparation of proposed amendments, modifications or redlines to vendor contracts.
• Track and maintain company contracts and other records maintained by contracts team.
• Research, preparation and filing of preliminary lien notices.
• Research, preparation, recording and tracking of construction collection remedies.
• Prepare agreements for issuance to subcontractors while consulting project teams and Senior Contracts Manager and/or division attorney.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to confirm completeness and accuracy of proposed subcontracts, identifying and mitigating risks through contract provisions, and appropriately incorporating requirements from upper-tier agreements.
• Deliver excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

 Knowledge: A seasoned, experienced professional with a full knowledge of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in astute ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position. Complexity: Works on problems of diverse scope where review of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external people in own area of expertise.  Supervision: Receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments. ABOUT YOUYou are a detail-oriented, proactive, and practical individual who excels as a collaborative team player. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and can prioritize responsibilities with minimal oversight. They will have demonstrated capabilities in negotiating and developing vendor, supplier, subcontractor, and other commercial contracts, along with excellent quantitative and analytical skills. This person is capable of working autonomously as well as part of a team, contributing to organizational change and working with multiple stakeholders to create optimal approaches and solutions. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, and proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe Acrobat is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: Bachelor’s degree.  Licensure/Certification