Contract Manager

### Job Title Contract Manager###

Job Description As a critical member of Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG), Vanderlande North America is enjoying rapid growth and extraordinary market demand. Vanderlande is a global market leader in material handling system manufacture, design, installation, and service. Vanderlande systems employ the latest in robotic, mechanical, and software technology. Vanderlande’s customers are household names in e-commerce, package delivery, and air transportation.

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Contract Manager to join our Project Execution team. In this role, you will oversee risk management, claims resolution, and contract processes for customer agreements and construction subcontractors.
** Key aspects of this role include:
*** Conducting thorough reviews and administration of contracts.
* Developing and implementing effective contract management processes, procedures, and tools to support project execution.
* Providing expert consultation on contract claims and serving as a key member of contract negotiation teams.
* Ensuring project compliance with contractual obligations.
* Offering specialized expertise in commercial, scheduling, and financial aspects of contracts.
* The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience and a strategic mindset to enhance the success of our contract management practices and project outcomes.

The position will report to the VP, of Operations Airport and Parcel Solutions, North America.
** Responsibilities & Tasks:
*** Develop robust contract management processes and standards to ensure project teams effectively and efficiently comply with contract or subcontract requirements.
* Develop contract management adherence tools, procedures, processes, and audit performance of project contract management.
* Support project subcontractor management with compliance oversight, contract adherence reviews, and standard tools for subcontractor management.
* Ensure project teams comply with customer contract requirements and deliverables.
* Develop claim strategies for customer and subcontract claims or claim defenses.
* Optimize and drive the change order process to ensure optimal revenue within contractual limitations
* Manage project contract configuration and contract document/file management.
* Identify risks and project issues related to contract requirement or contract procedure non-compliance.
* Monitor contractual performance and address any non-compliance or issues that arise throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
* Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and auditing of contracts and their amendments.
* Review and develop mitigation plans for contract-related risks.
* Provide training to project execution team on contract-related topics and contract adherence best practices.
* Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders related to contract management matters, including legal, procurement, operations, and finance teams.
* Maintain strong relationships with airport clients, ensuring mutual understanding of expectations and obligations under the contracts.
* Act as an escalation point for disputes or issues related to contracts, striving for timely resolutions.

Management of a team may be required as part of the responsibilities of this position.
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* Qualifications:

*** 7-10 years of experience in contract management, procurement or related legal and business functions, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure projects in the airport or aviation industry
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or a related field
* In-depth understanding of contract law, construction law, and international regulations impacting airport infrastructure projects
* Expert knowledge of relevant and applicable rules of construction and related regulatory requirements (OSHA, FAR, construction permitting regulations, etc.)
* Familiarity with construction management and contract management software packages (Procore, BIM modelling, Primavera, Excel)
* Experienced in conflict and crisis management
* Excellent time and project management skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong written and oral…