Contract Review Specialist

Salas O'Brien

Contract Review Specialist managing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements for employee-owned engineering firm Salas O’Brien. Maintaining contract systems, workflows, compliance, and lifecycle reporting.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $78,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract review, negotiation, and management, with a strong focus on compliance and process improvement. Proficient in developing and maintaining contract management systems while ensuring effective stakeholder communication and organizational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract ReviewContract NegotiationContract Management SystemProject CoordinationCommercial Judgment

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract InterpretationContract Lifecycle ManagementDocument Management SystemsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificationContract Management Credentials

Industry Keywords

Commercial ContractsProcurementVendor ManagementConstruction AgreementsProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudPMPTerraformUnity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review, analyze, and process a high volume of commercial contracts and related documents
Draft, revise, and negotiate contract terms, amendments, renewals, work orders, and related agreements
Identify contractual risks and escalate complex legal issues to in-house or outside counsel when appropriate
Coordinate contract reviews with business stakeholders and ensure timely turnaround of agreements
Develop, implement, and maintain a centralized contract management system, including contract tracking, reporting, and document retention processes
Maintain contract templates, standard clauses, and negotiation playbooks
Track contract obligations, milestones, expiration dates, renewals, insurance requirements, and other critical terms
Assist in developing and improving contract workflows, approval processes, and operational efficiencies
Support procurement, project management, and business teams throughout the contract lifecycle
Maintain organized contract records and provide reporting on contract status and key metrics
Ensure compliance with company policies and contractual requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 3-5 years of contract review, contract administration, contract management, or related experience
Demonstrated experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts
Experience working with engineering, architectural, consulting, professional services, construction-related, or similar agreements
Strong contract drafting and contract interpretation skills
Excellent organizational, time management, and project coordination abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and document management systems
Experience implementing or managing a contract lifecycle management (CLM) or contract management system preferred
Experience supporting construction, engineering, architecture, infrastructure, or professional services organizations preferred
Familiarity with procurement and vendor management processes preferred
Paralegal certification or related business, contract management, or procurement credentials preferred
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong commercial judgment
Effective negotiation skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Process improvement mindset
Excellent stakeholder management and customer service orientation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonuses
Equity participation
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development support