EPC Contracts Lead - Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Contracts Management Lead for Manufacturing Facilities Construction who serves one of our key clients in their Global Real Estate Development Operations. This role ensures compliance with contract terms, manages risk, and drives alignment between project execution and contractual obligations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in EPC contracts, strong negotiation skills, and experience managing complex multi‑billion‑dollar projects in the U.S.

• Lead the development, review, and execution of EPC/EPCM/DB contracts for major manufacturing projects.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

• Manage and mentor the contract management team responsible for overseeing EPC/EPCM/DB subcontracting activities.
• Establish processes and standards for subcontract oversight and compliance monitoring.

• Negotiate Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) agreements with EPC/EPCM/DB contractors.
• Manage all commercial aspects of EPC/EPCM/DB contractor delivery and subcontractors, including cost control applications for payment and financial risk mitigation.
• Oversee negotiation and resolution of change orders, claims, and variations.

• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams—including engineering, procurement, legal, and finance—and external EPC/EPCM/DB contractors.
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders such as Project Controls, Engineering, and Construction to ensure compliance by the contractor with contractual deliverables.

• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure timely resolution of disputes to avoid project delays.

• Track contractor and subcontractor performance against contractual milestones, KPIs, and deliverables.
• Prepare regular reports for senior leadership on contract status and risk exposure.

• 10 years in EPC contract management for large‑scale industrial or manufacturing projects.
• Proven track record in managing contracts exceeding $500 M in value.
• Experience negotiating GMP agreements and managing commercial aspects of EPC delivery.
• Experience leading contract management teams and overseeing subcontracting activities.
• Familiarity with U.S. construction laws, regulations, and compliance standards.

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Proficiency in contract management software and MS Office Suite.

The salary range for this full‑time role is $160 K–$220 K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidates’ experience and qualifications.

On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Remote Work:
No

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Department /

Functional Area:

Real Estate

Experience:

years
Vacancy: 1