Contracts Manager

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we’d like to talk with you about growing with us.

We are currently seeking a Contracts Manager to work full-time, onsite in our Memphis, TN office.  This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.

As the Contracts Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for non-federal contractual matters and corporate compliance activities, including contract negotiations and the management of complex administrative and compliance processes across multiple business functions.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all non-federal client contracts, proposals, and projects.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including proposal support, contract review, negotiation, execution, and administration.
• Monitor the contracts portal, assign incoming work, and report on workflow status and priorities.
• Review RFPs and contract documents to identify risks and support development of compliant responses.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions while aligning with company objectives and risk tolerance.
• Draft subcontractor flow-downs and negotiate subcontract terms and conditions.
• Maintain and update contract templates, standards, and related documentation.
• Oversee supplier portal registrations, compliance requirements, and access management.
• Manage corporate registrations, filings, business licenses, and related compliance activities.
• Prepare required, non-federal small business reporting and support compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
• Manage corporate insurance renewals, claims tracking, and audit coordination.
• Maintain subcontractor and vendor insurance certificates and compliance documentation.
• Draft and process corporate agreements, including NDAs, employment agreements, teaming agreements, and joint venture agreements.
• Maintain litigation tracking records and assist with conflict-of-interest reviews.
• Administer office leases and reconcile annual CAM expenses.
• Provide day-to-day direction and workload coordination for the Part-Time Contracts Coordinator.
• Partner with Contracts, Risk Management, Health & Safety, Finance, and operational teams to support company objectives.
• Provide back-up support for contract workflows and leadership as needed.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 10+ years of experience in contract management, legal support, corporate compliance, risk management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management, contract negotiation, and RFP/RFQ processes.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contract terms and conditions.
• Experience managing regulatory compliance activities, registrations, filings, and business licensing requirements.
• Experience administering compliance activities across multiple entities, clients, jurisdictions, or business functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify contractual and business risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, ownership-driven approach to work.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Experience providing guidance, coordination, or oversight to support staff or junior team members.

Preferred Skills:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree, MBA, and/or equivalent legal/contracting experience.
• Experience drafting and negotiating subcontract agreements and flow-down provisions.
• Knowledge of certificates of insurance, and risk mitigation practices.
• Experience with supplier management systems, contractor compliance platforms, or contract management software.
• Experience supporting professional services, consulting, engineering, construction, or environmental services organizations.

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work
  EnSafe’s mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility. 
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that “safety is part of everything we do.”
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment. 
• Challenging, Creative Work
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

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About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients.  We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities.  We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards.  We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.

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