Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager - US, Ohio - 12 Months Initial Contract

Be part of a next-generation pharmaceutical project that’s transforming how medicines are made.

We’re supporting a major new-build facility in Ohio, a multi-billion-dollar investment designed to push the boundaries of science and engineering. We’re looking for a Contracts Manager to join the team and help deliver this world-class program.

• Lead the administration and oversight of construction contracts, including general conditions and select trade/service contracts.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle from award through execution, change management, and close-out.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters between the owner’s team, EPCM partner, and contractors.
• Review, negotiate, and finalize contract documents, amendments, and change orders.
• Monitor contractor compliance with contractual obligations, deliverables, and key milestones.

• Extensive experience managing contracts on large capital projects ($250m), preferably in the pharmaceutical or industrial sector.
• Proven success in contract management roles within EPCM or owner’s representative delivery models.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, general conditions, scopes of work, and commercial terms.
• Experience with change order negotiation, claims management, and performance enforcement.
• Ability to influence stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and drive accountability across teams.