Contracts and Risk Manager

petraconstruction· Corporate
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📍 North Haven, Connecticut, United StatesFull Time, Exempt

About this role

Petra Construction Corporation is a 70+ year-old mid-sized construction management/general contracting firm based in North Haven, CT. We are seeking to hire an experienced and detail-oriented Contracts & Risk Manager to lead the company’s construction contract administration, risk management, and corporate compliance functions. This position is responsible for the successful negotiation, execution, and administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and insurance compliance processes.


The Contracts & Risk Manager plays a critical role in protecting the company’s interests by minimizing risk exposure, ensuring legal and contractual compliance, and supporting operational best practices across all projects and departments. This position works closely with company leadership, project management and accounting departments, administrative staff, and external business contacts.


The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and capable of balancing legal, operational, and business priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.


This is a full-time, Monday through Friday in-office position.


Qualifications


Education:

  • College degree in business, law, or related field

 

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience with a focus on construction law, contract negotiation and administration, and risk management


Technical Skills:

  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, DocuSign, and Bluebeam or similar software
  • Ability to learn new industry software platforms such as Procore and Trimble Unity Construct

 

Compensation & Benefits Summary

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Professional development and certification support

 

Connecticut residence is strongly preferred. We do not offer relocation assistance.


Petra Construction Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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This Contracts and Risk Manager role at petraconstruction is based in North Haven, Connecticut, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Contracts and Risk Manager role at petraconstruction full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time, Exempt position. It is posted as a Contracts and Risk Manager role in the Corporate department at petraconstruction.
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This Contracts and Risk Manager position at petraconstruction was posted on May 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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