At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
The Contract Manager will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and managing complex lease agreements, real estate contracts, and construction contracts for a charging network infrastructure project, with a specific focus on aviation and airport/heliport related deployments.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Negotiate and execute lease agreements for charging network site locations
Develop and manage lease option agreements or equivalent
Negotiate and execute comprehensive real estate and property access agreements
Negotiate construction related contractor and subcontractor contracts
Manage contract lifecycle from initial negotiation to final execution
Conduct legal and financial risk assessments for proposed agreements
Coordinate with internal teams (legal, engineering, operations) to ensure contract success
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Identify potential risks and challenges in project delivery and develop risk mitigation strategies
Representing BETA with external stakeholders in person and remote to ensure customer satisfaction and projects success
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field
5+ years of experience in contract negotiation
Proven track record in lease and real estate contract management
Strong understanding of commercial real estate principles
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Proficiency in contract management software
Contract drafting and review
Regulatory compliance
Willingness to travel 10% of the time, including internationally
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
Experience with FAA regulations
Legal background and/or Law degree
Financial modeling experience
Background in aviation infrastructure projects
Understanding of airport and/or heliport specific physical improvement requirements
Knowledge of electrical infrastructure development
Prior experience in charging network or renewable energy infrastructure
Build electric airplanes with us!
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
