Contracts Manager

Summary

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Contracts Manager. The hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Contracts Manager will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will have to have the ability to work in a team environment and an aptitude for contract management/administration. This candidate will also know key issues such as UCC, Liability issues, Liens, Dispute resolution, incoterms, Risk Mitigation, and knowledge of insurance.

Manage the contract review and negotiation process with customers/developers/suppliers/partners including but not limited to reviewing terms and conditions and negotiating contracts / POs under the oversight of SVP Commercial.

Review, negotiation, and finalization of NDAs, Confidentiality Agreements, MOUs, Teaming agreements, JV agreements, and other miscellaneous agreements

Monitor the overall contracting process and recommend procedures/processes to improve the quality in line with company guidelines/policy; as necessary ensure ongoing compliance with the terms of the contracts.

Contract administration of awarded contracts, which includes monitoring milestones, change management, back charges, overall liabilities, and contract close out.

Will prepare and negotiate Subcontracts and suborders when needed.

Interacting with insurance brokers / Sureties when required.

Monitoring contract-related activities of subsidiary companies and Subcontract management of large EPC Contracts.

Interactions with sales, projects, finance, procurement, external law firms as well as other business divisions and subsidiaries.

Will provide support to SVP Commercial on other miscellaneous duties or responsibilities as assigned to support the operations of the department.

Skill Requirements

• Experience in reviewing different types of contracts/agreements / POs is required.
• Specific understanding of legal provisions such as indemnity, limits of liabilities, consequential damages waiver, lien, law provisions, dispute process, etc. is preferred.
• Knowledge of UCC, incoterms, and various risk mitigation measures is a plus.
• Knowledge of insurance.
• Experience in EPC / Contracting business/industry is preferred.
• Flair to work as a team with Sales, Finance, and Project Management groups.
• Ability to read and interpret contract provisions and excellent writing skills including drafting contract provisions and contractual letters.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks or projects.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Attention to detail

Benefits

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking and standing.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Law Degree (preferred)
• Five (5) years or more of work experience or more in a project environment
• Experience in contract administration in a project environment is recommended.