Contracts Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate real estate contracts including purchase agreements, leases (commercial/residential), easements, construction contracts, and property management agreements. Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including document preparation, execution, amendments, renewals, and terminations. Ensure all real estate transactions comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Work closely with legal, development, acquisitions, leasing, and finance teams to align contract terms with business strategy and risk management. Monitor deadlines, deliverables, and obligations associated with contracts, including lease commencement, rent escalations, option dates, and termination rights. Maintain a centralized repository for all real estate contracts and ensure data integrity and accessibility. Assist with due diligence during property acquisitions or sales. Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract interpretation and risk assessment. Develop and implement contract templates, process improvements, and compliance checklists. Preferred candidate profile Bachelors degree in Civil, Real Estate, Law, or a related field. 9 + years of experience in contract management, preferably within the real estate sector. Strong understanding of real estate transactions, lease structures, construction agreements, and title documents. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects with precision and meet tight deadlines. Working Knowledge of ERP, MS Office, Excel & Farvision.