Contract Manager
Frontline Wildfire Defense · California, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- California, United States
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Job highlights
- Manage full contract lifecycle for a growing company.
- Mitigate legal, financial, and operational risks.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams.
- Standardize contract templates and processes.
- Support a mission-driven climate tech company.
About the role
About Frontline Wildfire Defense
Frontline Wildfire Defense, founded in 2017, has developed the first fully integrated wildfire defense system to combat ember-driven ignition, a primary cause of home loss in wildfires. Their innovative system integrates exterior sprinklers, comprehensive design, and connected software for remote monitoring and response, enabling homes to protect themselves even after evacuation or infrastructure failure. Proven effective in the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, where 96% of homes with Frontline systems survived, the company has garnered significant industry recognition. This includes being named one of TIME’s Best Inventions 2025 in Green Tech, receiving the PCBC Gold Nugget Award for “Most Innovative Housing Concept,” and the Best of IBS Award for “Best Home Technology.” With wildfires intensifying, Frontline's vision is to empower people to live safely with fire by providing essential tools and strategies. They are assembling a dedicated, mission-driven team focused on creating impactful solutions in wildfire safety and climate technology.Background Check Requirement
Frontline Wildfire Defense conducts comprehensive background checks for all new hires as part of its standard hiring process. These checks typically review the past 7–10 years and may include verification of employment and education history. For roles requiring fieldwork, a driving record verification is also necessary. All employment offers are conditional upon the successful completion of these background checks.About This Opportunity
As a Contracts Manager at Frontline Wildfire Defense, you will be instrumental in optimizing the entire contract lifecycle for a rapidly expanding, multi-faceted business encompassing construction project delivery, hardware procurement, and SaaS-enabled services. Reporting directly to the General Counsel and collaborating closely with the Contracts Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring all agreements are scalable, compliant, and strategically aligned with business objectives. Your responsibilities will involve cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Legal, Sales, Construction Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and external partners to structure, negotiate, and manage contracts that drive growth while effectively mitigating risk. This is a unique chance to establish and standardize contract infrastructure within a high-growth climate tech company, where your contributions will directly support operational execution and foster long-term scalability.Key Responsibilities
Contract Lifecycle Management & Risk Mitigation
- Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts from creation through execution, amendment, and closeout.
- Manage construction-related agreements, overseeing subcontractor agreements, MSAs, SOWs, vendor contracts, and installation/service agreements with a keen understanding of construction risks.
- Identify and mitigate risks by evaluating legal, financial, and operational exposures within contracts and proposing practical, business-aligned solutions.
- Ensure compliance across the entire contract lifecycle by monitoring adherence to contract terms, insurance requirements, lien waivers, and regulatory obligations.
Cross-Functional Partnership & Deal Enablement
- Advise internal stakeholders by partnering with Sales, Operations, and Finance to interpret contract terms and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Support deal velocity by balancing risk and speed, providing clear guidance, and enabling efficient contract negotiations.
- Collaborate with Legal leadership by escalating complex issues and partnering with In-House Counsel on strategic negotiations and legal frameworks.
- Interface with external partners, negotiating with vendors, subcontractors, and enterprise customers across various levels of complexity.
Systems, Process & Scalability
- Own and maintain the contract database and tracking systems to ensure visibility, organization, and audit readiness.
- Standardize templates and playbooks by developing and refining contract templates, clause libraries, and negotiation guidelines to enhance consistency and efficiency.
- Drive process improvements by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and minimize manual processes.
- Support compliance initiatives by partnering with Legal and Operations on broader compliance programs, including licensing, regulatory, and insurance requirements.
Qualifications
Must-Have:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (legal studies, business, or related field preferred).
- 5+ years of construction contract management experience.
- Strong experience in drafting and negotiating construction, vendor, and commercial agreements.
- Solid understanding of construction risk structures, including insurance, indemnity, liens, change orders, and subcontracting.
- Excellent written communication and contract drafting abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels, including executives and external partners.
- Highly organized with the capacity to manage multiple complex agreements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience in high-growth startups or scaling environments.
- Familiarity with SaaS agreements, hardware procurement, or hybrid business models.
- Experience utilizing ServiceTitan and Sage Intacct, with a demonstrated track record of implementing new software systems.
- Familiarity with multi-state construction compliance or licensing frameworks.
- Experience supporting finance, audit, or due diligence processes (fundraising, M&A, etc.).
- Experience implementing or managing contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary: $105,000 to $150,000 DOE.
- Company-provided cell phone and laptop.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Flexible time off + 14 paid holidays (including your birthday).
- Work-from-home stipend to support your remote setup.
- Remote-first work environment, promoting work-life balance and autonomy.
- Company-provided equipment.
- Opportunity to join a high-performing, mission-driven team making a significant impact.
- And much more!
Join Our Mission!
If you are passionate about developing technology that safeguards homes and families from wildfire disasters, we encourage you to apply. Become part of a rapidly growing team dedicated to purpose and innovation. At Frontline, diversity and inclusion are core values, essential for achieving our best and most impactful work. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Key skills/competency
- Contracts Management
- Construction Contracts
- Risk Mitigation
- Negotiation
- Legal Compliance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- SaaS Agreements
- Hardware Procurement
- Remote Work
- Climate Tech
Skills & topics
- Contracts Manager
- Contract Management
- Construction Contracts
- Risk Mitigation
- Legal
- Negotiation
- Compliance
- Remote
- Climate Tech
- SaaS
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of construction contract management and experience with drafting/negotiating construction, vendor, and commercial agreements. Emphasize your understanding of construction risk structures.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your enthusiasm for Frontline's mission and how your skills in risk mitigation and process standardization can benefit a high-growth climate tech company.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with contract lifecycle management, construction risk, and any familiarity with ServiceTitan, Sage Intacct, or CLM systems.
- Showcase cross-functional skills: Provide examples of how you’ve successfully collaborated with legal, sales, operations, and finance teams to enable deal velocity and ensure compliance.
- Understand the culture: Research Frontline's mission, their innovative wildfire defense technology, and their commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Technical preparation
Review construction contract types and terms.,Practice drafting and negotiating various agreements.,Familiarize yourself with risk structures (insurance, liens).,Understand CLM system functionalities if applicable.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex contract negotiation you led.,How do you balance risk with business goals?,Give an example of cross-functional collaboration success.,How do you manage multiple high-priority agreements?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Contracts Manager role at Frontline Wildfire Defense?
- The Contracts Manager position at Frontline Wildfire Defense is a remote role. However, candidates must be located within the PST or MST time zones in the US.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Contracts Manager at Frontline Wildfire Defense?
- The Contracts Manager will own the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements. Key responsibilities also include mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, collaborating cross-functionally, and improving contract systems and processes, particularly for construction-related agreements.
- What qualifications are essential for the Contracts Manager position?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years of construction contract management experience, strong skills in drafting and negotiating various agreements, a deep understanding of construction risk structures, excellent communication, and strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- What is the salary range for the Contracts Manager role?
- The competitive salary for the Contracts Manager position ranges from $105,000 to $150,000, depending on experience and qualifications (DOE).
- Does Frontline Wildfire Defense require a background check for this role?
- Yes, Frontline Wildfire Defense conducts comprehensive background checks as part of its hiring process. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these checks, which typically cover the past 7-10 years and may include employment and education verification.
- What are the 'Nice-to-Have' qualifications for the Contracts Manager?
- Nice-to-have qualifications include experience in high-growth startups, familiarity with SaaS agreements, hardware procurement, hybrid business models, experience with ServiceTitan and Sage Intacct, multi-state construction compliance knowledge, and experience supporting finance/audit processes or managing CLM systems.
- What benefits does Frontline Wildfire Defense offer to its employees?
- Frontline offers a competitive salary, company-provided phone and laptop, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible time off with 14 paid holidays, a work-from-home stipend, and a remote-first work environment.