At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time.  

Our teams live out the organization’s core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That’s how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence—by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive.  

With consistent hiring opportunities nationwide and countless career levels, chances are the next big step on your career path starts here. We work with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees.  

 

Scope of Responsibility: The  Senior Contracts Administrator will report directly to the General Counsel, and support the Legal and Risk Team with preparation, negotiation, and execution of a variety of commercial contracts across Sabre’s lines of business, and in conformance with Sabre’s policies and practices. This role requires close collaboration with sales, supply chain, and leadership teams to ensure the seamless execution of contracts. This person will have extensive knowledge of key components found in commercial contracts, including, among other things, indemnity, insurance, limitations of liability, consequential damages, warranty, risk of loss, delivery and acceptance, force majeure, and payment provisions, as well as experience in reviewing construction contracts, EPC agreements, master purchasing agreements, master service agreements, purchase orders, purchase order terms and conditions, subcontracts, and NDAs. This position also assists in proposal support in conjunction with Legal, Sales, and Operations.

 

Essential Duties:

Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters. Works closely with the commercial and legal teams to draft, review, redline, and finalize contracts, amendments, and other commercial agreements. Manage and evaluate contractual risks, ensuring compliance and minimizing exposure across the organization. Lead customer and supplier negotiations, ensuring an acceptable risk profile for Sabre given the specific scope of work and deal dynamics; engage with commercial and legal team as necessary. Participate in risk reviews with Legal, Sales, and Operations. Oversee the development and maintenance of contractual standards and guidelines. Monitor contract performance, ensuring timely execution, renewals, or close-outs. Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance on contract generation and management. Foster and maintain relationships with business partners and clients, ensuring their needs are met. Stay informed about changes to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, including the UCC. Additional duties as assigned.

 

Position Requirements:  

Education: Four-year degree in legal studies, business administration, engineering, construction management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience, skills and training.  

 

Experience:  

Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in-house for a manufacturing or construction company. Minimum of 5 years' experience in contract administration or construction management negotiating terms in manufacturing or construction agreements. Understanding of laws and regulations related to manufacturing and/or construction contracting. Experience with complex projects or structuring complex deals especially in the manufacturing or construction industries.

 

Skills & Abilities: 

In-depth knowledge of contractual terms and conditions; experience in structuring and negotiating contracts to minimize business risk Ability to prioritize and work under tight timelines to meet deadlines and to shift work activities to meet immediate response needs. Must be detail oriented. Proactive and work well independently. Ability to manage time sensitive matters, multitask and manage competing priorities. Possess excellent writing/grammar/spelling skills. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint, as well as an aptitude for learning new database software. Advanced MS Word skills are a must.

 

  

Physical Requirements:  

 

Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods. Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds as necessary. Proficiency in using and handling maintenance tools and equipment. Comfortable with occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, particularly during equipment inspections or repairs. Adept at working in varying environmental conditions, including hot, humid, and noisy environments typical of manufacturing.

 

At Sabre Industries, we invest in your future with a competitive benefits program. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for: 

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  401(k) with Company Match  Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement  Life and Disability Coverage  Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays  Health and Wellness Resources  Employee Discounts 

 

Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity