Contracts Manager
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![]() United States, Louisiana, Baton Rouge | |
![]() 4041 Essen Lane (Show on map) | |
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Overview
"Together We Make Life Better". Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows all employees to feel valued and safe to give their opinions and improve our company. CDI Engineering Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Consulting Engineers Limited (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries. Position Summary 6-12 Month Contract/Temporary Position - Part-Time less than 30 hours. We are looking for a skilled Contracts Manager to oversee the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts for engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of engineering services, project delivery models, and risk management. This role is critical in ensuring that all contractual obligations are met while protecting the company's commercial and legal interests. Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including engineering services agreements, subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and procurement contracts. Support project teams during the bidding, execution, and close-out phases of engineering projects. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies. Maintain a centralized contract database and monitor key dates such as milestones, renewals, and deliverables. Collaborate with legal, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to align contract terms with project and business goals. Provide training and guidance to project managers and engineers on contract terms and compliance. Support claims management and dispute resolution processes when necessary. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in contract management, preferably in an engineering or construction environment. Familiarity with standard forms of contracts (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, AIA). Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with large-scale infrastructure or industrial engineering projects. Certification in contract management (e.g., IACCM/WorldCC, NCMA). Working knowledge of ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. Pay Range USD $62.50 - USD $67.31 /Hr. EEO Statement CDI Engineering Solutions, LLC ("CDI") is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal CDI offer letter through our onboarding system. Fraud Alert Please be aware that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers being made in the name of CDI unauthorized representatives or organizations. We want to make it clear that CDI will never ask for any type of payment information during our interview process. Additionally, please note that all email communications from CDI will only come from our business email addresses, which end in '@cdicorp.com'. If you receive any suspicious job-related emails from any other domain, please do not respond to them and disregard any requests for personal or financial information. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job offer or communication, please contact us through our website. www.cdiengineeringsolutions.com |