[Remote] Associate Director, Procurement and Contracts

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cumming Group is one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, seeking an experienced Associate Director to oversee the Procurement & Contracts team. This role involves managing procurement lifecycles, providing strategic contractual advice, building strong client relationships, and contributing to business development. Responsibilities • Lead procurement and contract activities on multiple projects or programs, managing workload and deliverables of the Procurement & Contracts team. • Develop procurement strategies, lead procurement planning sessions, and manage the full lifecycle of solicitations (RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, etc.). • Draft, review, and negotiate design and construction contracts, primarily using AIA and other industry-standard forms. • Ensure contracts align with client objectives, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation best practices. • Provide oversight on procurement compliance, contractor onboarding, and contractual performance tracking. • Support internal training and mentorship on contract administration, procurement procedures, and project delivery methods. • Collaborate across service lines to provide integrated project delivery and advisory solutions. • Contribute to fee proposal development and support client onboarding and scoping of services. • Identify opportunities for account growth, cross-selling services, and building long-term client partnerships. • Manage and monitor project budgets, billing, and revenue forecasts. • Participate in industry events and thought leadership initiatives. • Meet revenue and profitability targets set by leadership. • Other duties as assigned. • Attendance at work during normal business hours. Skills • Ability to lead procurement strategy and contract negotiations for complex construction programs. • Strong working knowledge of design and construction procurement methods including: Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, Design-Build, etc. • Expert understanding of AIA and other contract forms, including negotiation and amendment practices. • Proficiency in contract management platforms, tools, document control systems, and client/vendor portals. • Deep understanding of compliance, legal frameworks, and industry regulations relevant to public and private sector contracting. • Effective delegation and team supervision skills, providing ongoing feedback and coaching. • Ability to monitor performance metrics, deliver against revenue goals, and support business development. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with client-facing presence. • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management. • Early-stage business mindset with a focus on process optimization and client value. • Demonstrated leadership and ability to mentor junior staff. • High level of attention to detail, organization, and contract compliance. • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. • Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred. • Experience: 8 to 12 years in construction procurement, contract management, and advisory within the AEC industry. • Preferred Certification: Professional certification such as MRICS, MCIArb, CPCM, CCM, or equivalent. Benefits • Medical • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • 401(k) • 401(k) Matching • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Short and long-term disability • Employee Assistance Program Company Overview • At Cumming Group, we are passionate about helping our clients execute large-scale, complex projects on-time and within budget. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in New York, New York, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship • Cumming Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 59 in 2025, 58 in 2024, 47 in 2023, 50 in 2022, 38 in 2021, 43 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job