Contract Manager (Facilities Mgmt)

Contract Manager (Facilities Mgmt)Job ID32321Posted16-Sep-2021Service lineGWS SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestPurchasing/ProcurementLocation(s)Charlotte - North Carolina - United States of America, Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Dallas - Texas - United States of America, Los Angeles - California - United States of America, Milwaukee - Wisconsin - United States of America, Phoenix - Arizona - United States of America, San Diego - California - United States of America, Seattle - Washington - United States of America, Tampa - Florida - United States of AmericaCBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.JOB SUMMARYThe purpose of this position is to manage and coordinate the fulfillment of the organization's contract requirements.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESReviews, interprets and analyzes contract and service agreements to ensure the terms comply with legal, guidelines, contracting principles, cost constraints as well as with corporate and client procedures.Responds to customer inquires pertaining to modifications of existing contracts and to facilitate all phases of contract management.Prepares and evaluates proposals for new or continuation of existing contracts and makes award recommendations.Negotiates and interprets contracts, and monitors fulfillment of contractual obligationsAnalyzes amendments to existing contracts or requests for extensions. Provides recommendations of approval or alternation solutions to senior management.Interfaces with the Accounting Department on invoicing and insurance issues.Accountable for administration and execution of Supplier Performance Management Program.Other duties may be assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university required. Minimum of four years of related experience and/or training. Working experience with business law, contracting principles and practices, and general and industry specific regulatory and compliance requirements.CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSESC.P.M., C.P.S.M. or N.A.C.M. certifications or eligibility preferred.COMMUNICATION SKILLSExcellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGERequires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.REASONING ABILITYAbility to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIESIntermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Working knowledge of contracts database systems, software, modules, etc.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYDecisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)