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Gerdau

Contract Administrator

Jackson, TN · On-site

Financial & Contract Administration * Validate pricing, process payables, and reconcile account ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Strong customer service orientation with the ...

Gerdau

Contract Administrator

Jackson, TN · On-site

Financial & Contract Administration * Validate pricing, process payables, and reconcile account ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Strong customer service orientation with the ...

Koniag, Inc.

Contracts Admin

Nashville, TN · On-site

Strong communication skills in English - both written and oral - with the ability to communicate contract requirements, compliance obligations, and administrative updates clearly and professionally ...

kgs

Contracts Admin

Nashville, TN · On-site

Strong communication skills in English - both written and oral - with the ability to communicate contract requirements, compliance obligations, and administrative updates clearly and professionally ...

New

kgs

Contracts Admin

Nashville, TN

Strong communication skills in English - both written and oral - with the ability to communicate contract requirements, compliance obligations, and administrative updates clearly and professionally ...

New

RJ Young

Contract Management Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$92K - $112K/yr

Summary/Objectives The Contract Management Specialist is responsible for effectively communicating ... Written communication - Expressing ideas and opinions clearly in properly structured, well ...

MacLellan

Water Treatment Contract Manager

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$81K - $108K/yr

As the Contract Manager, you are part of Best People. The contract Manager oversees salaried ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent organizational skills and attention ...

L3HHCM20

Specialist, Contracts

Nashville, TN · On-site

This role requires effective oral and written communication skills and the individual will be ... Ability to interpret contract structures and types (FFP, CPFF, CPAF, FPIF, T&M, etc.) and ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract writer in Tennessee is $82.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80.72 and $85.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges contract writers face when working with multiple clients simultaneously?

Contract Writers often work with several clients at once, which can present challenges such as managing conflicting deadlines, adapting to different writing styles or brand voices, and balancing workload priorities. Staying organized with project management tools and maintaining clear communication with clients are essential to ensure timely delivery and consistent quality. Additionally, Contract Writers must be adept at quickly understanding new subject matter and client expectations, which helps them deliver tailored content efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Writer, you need strong legal writing skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of contract law, often supported by a degree in law, English, or a related field. Familiarity with document management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and sometimes legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is typically required. Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills help set outstanding contract writers apart. These competencies are crucial for creating clear, enforceable agreements that protect the interests of all parties and minimize legal risk.

What is a contract writer?

Contract writers are professionals who specialize in drafting, reviewing, and editing legal agreements and contracts. They ensure that contracts are clear, legally sound, and tailored to the specific needs of the parties involved. Contract writers often work with businesses, law firms, or individuals to create documents for employment, sales, partnerships, and other agreements. Their expertise helps prevent misunderstandings and protects the interests of all parties by making sure the contract complies with relevant laws. They may also advise on contract terms and negotiate on behalf of their clients.
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Infographic showing various Contract Writer job openings in Tennessee as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $172,447 per year, or $82.9 per hour.

Transportation/Construction Contract Manager

HNTB

Nashville, TN

$86K - $114K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible to support issue resolution, risk management, contract administration and compliance, and change management under a Senior Commercial Business Lead on a mega transportation project(s) of a diverse and complex nature with a contract price of over $4 billion. Provides services and trains staff on contract interpretation and application, oversee contract, state, and federal compliance; oversee and manage project risks, issues, and potential changes to resolution.
Generally oversees project staff in review of the contractor's activities, roles and responsibilities, communication protocols, and execution and application of contract provisions. Primary or supporting author of correspondence, vets all project-specific processes, procedures, and internal management plans. Co- reviewer and commenter of all contractor reports and Management Plans. On-site liaison to the client's legal department for resolution of claims, formal disputes and litigation. Capture lessons learned on policies, contractual strategies, and project issues draft commensurate contract provisions. Part of an owner's representative team providing contractor oversight and project support services.

What You'll Do:

  • Provides commercial support on resolving project issues, including application of contract provisions, working with technical and legal experts, and making recommendations for strategies and solutions for resolution. Draft and co- draft technical memos, policy papers, and issue analysis codifying recommendations, contract position taken, or resolution documents.
  • Reviews correspondence works with various members of the project team and the owner to develop responses and propose and draft responses.
  • Oversees the project team's review of technical and administrative submittal responses, participates in meetings, reviews reports and minutes, and coordinates project communication utilizing a variety of methods.
  • Assists in the resolution of potential change orders, change orders, dispute resolution, and provide claims, formal dispute, and litigation support.
  • Performs administrative audits, including both process and product audits. Identifies procedural noncompliance and nonconforming work, opportunities for improvement, and necessary corrective and preventative actions.
  • Reviews and audits of subcontracts, insurance and bonding provisions and subcontracting procedures.
  • Mentors and trains the project team on general principles of contract interpretation and application of contract policies and requirements, proper communication and documentation, and risks and liabilities related to project roles and responsibilities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Legal Studies or related field, and
  • 10 years of project management, contract drafting & negotiation, construction claims resolution or related experience.

What You'll Bring:

  • Juris Doctor or related advanced degree in Legal Studies, Business, Engineering, or Construction Management
  • Project leadership role requiring engagement with and providing direction to all other project managers and staff

What We Prefer:

  • Certifications/Licenses: member of a State Bar
  • Juris Doctor Degree and two years of project management, contract drafting and negotiation, construction claims resolution orsimilar experience
  • Involves complex document interpretation, analysis, problem solving, and communication
  • Project leadership role requiring engagement with and providing direction to all other project managers and staff
  • Demonstrates a high level of initiative and proactiveness in mitigating risks and recognizing resolutions
  • Decision making ability that may have an impact on policies, procedures or the achievement of strategic goals, projects costs and risk exposure
  • Excellent writing, editing, verbal, and presentation skills

Additional Information

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Nashville, TN (City Center)

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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About HNTB

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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