Senior Contracts Manager

Location:Denver, Colorado; Hybrid - minimum 3 days per week in office.

Position Summary

Forgen's legal department is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to be a part of our collaborative team. You will assist the legal department and project management staff with contract documentation and keeping our projects functioning effectively within our policies. You will champion contract policy and procedure revision and improvement. We are looking for a high performer who has exceptional communication skills and is adaptable, team-oriented, and operates with a high degree of integrity.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace Forgen's Core Values in all aspects of the job.
• Support the legal department in organizing, drafting and negotiating of contract and subcontract documents.
• Drive the contracting process and serve as point of contact for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Manage surety and bond requests and invoice tracking.
• Assist with processing construction licenses.
• Assist with insurance claims and certificate of insurance requests.
• Maintaining contract document organization, including version control, updating, and document security.
• Review and summarize key commercial terms from contracts and Subcontracts.
• Recognize and analyze project risk by complying with risk management policies.
• Assist the legal department and project teams with change management but not limited to change order review and compliance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good presentation and leadership skills, along with use of independent judgement and creativity applied to resolution of contract and subcontract issues.
• Good problem-solving skills / decision-making skills.
• These items are not meant to be exhaustive of responsibilities, duties or requirements. Additional tasks may be requested as needed to meet overall objectives of Forgen.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-8 years' experience working with contracts and subcontracts and ideally previous construction industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in business related field.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
• Above average oral and written communication skills, along with use of independent judgement and creativity applied to resolution of issues.
• Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and advise project leadership on complex issues.
• Good problem-solving skills/decision-making skills.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This hybrid office-based role requires frequent computer use and effective communication, with occasional travel to project sites as needed. Site visits may involve extended periods of standing or walking and required PPE, with potential exposure to heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, and extreme weather.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.