Contracts Manager – HPC Data Center Development

The Future Runs on Bitfarms

As demand for AI and high-performance computing (HPC) accelerates, Bitfarms is building the infrastructure to meet the moment. Our U.S. expansion and global operations are laying the foundation for scalable, energy-optimized compute designed to support next generation workloads and long-term growth.

Who We AreBitfarms (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF) is a global energy and compute infrastructure company that develops, owns, and operates high-performance data centers. 

With data centers across North America, we manage every stage of development from securing energy, producing power, and designing facilities to running world-class operations. This vertically integrated approach allows us to innovate faster, operate more efficiently, and deliver infrastructure that can scale with the future of compute.

Why Join UsAt Bitfarms, voted a Great Place to Work,you will be part of a team shaping the next generation of digital infrastructure. We are at the intersection of energy and technology, two industries undergoing massive transformation. Here, your work will have real impact, powering advanced workloads that are driving AI, machine learning, and the digital economy forward.

About the Role

Bitfarms is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our HPC Data Center Development team, reporting directly to the SVP of Construction. You will oversee a complex, multi-site contract portfolio spanning Pennsylvania and Washington State, managing over 1 GW of high-performance computing (HPC) data center development across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments.

This is a hands-on role for someone with deep expertise in the Data Center market or large-scale infrastructure projects. You'll manage vendor relationships, support regulatory approvals, mitigate construction risks, and ensure contract compliance across concurrent multi-billion-dollar projects in fast-paced environments.

Location: New York

Travel: 20-30% (primary sites: Pennsylvania and Washington; quarterly board-level reporting)

Start Date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

Contract Lifecycle Management

• Own complete contract administration across design, permitting, construction, and commissioning phases for over 1 GW HPC data center pipeline
• Negotiate, draft, review and execute construction contracts, vendor agreements, power purchase agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs)
• Manage multi-jurisdiction contracting requirements (PA utility regulations, WA environmental compliance, federal energy incentive programs)
• Administer contracts with Owners Reps, A&E, GCs, major mechanical/electrical/cooling system vendors, and specialized HPC infrastructure providers

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks including force majeure provisions, supply chain dependencies, schedule delays, and cost overruns
• Ensure compliance with energy market regulations, state environmental requirements, and utility interconnection agreements
• Manage insurance requirements, bonding, and liability provisions across contractor base
• Develop risk mitigation strategies for tight delivery schedules
• Track regulatory approvals and ensure contract alignment with permitting milestones

Multi-Site Project Coordination

• Manage concurrent contracts across geographically dispersed sites with different construction phases, specifications, and power infrastructure
• Coordinate between construction teams, legal, finance, and operations to resolve contract disputes and change orders
• Monitor contract performance, delivery schedules, cost forecasting and SLA compliance through monthly reporting to SVP Construction
• Maintain contract database and manage renewals, expirations, and amendments

Vendor & Stakeholder Relations

• Lead negotiations with contractors, equipment suppliers, and specialty service providers (liquid cooling, GPU infrastructure, etc.)
• Serve as primary escalation point for contract-related issues between construction and vendor teams
• Prepare contract status reports and executive summaries for leadership review

Financial Oversight

• Monitor contract budgets, track invoicing accuracy, and identify cost control opportunities
• Review and assess progress claims and invoices a monthly basis,
• Provide input to stakeholder teams and SVP on forecast cost to completion for each of the specific contracts
• Analyze change order requests for scope, cost, and schedule impact
• Maintain audit trails for contract modifications and expenditures
• Support financial planning for contract expenditures across 1.3 GW pipeline

Required Qualifications

• Experience with modular or accelerated construction delivery methods
• Prior work with blue chip organizations
• Familiarity with expedited permitting processes for energy infrastructure projects
• Experience managing contracts under tight 12–24 month construction cycles
• In depth experience managing cost and schedule requirements for construction projects
• Understanding of sustainability certifications, carbon markets, or environmental incentive programs

Experience

• Minimum 8+ years of contract administration in data center, large-scale infrastructure, or industrial construction projects
• Demonstrated expertise managing multi-site, multi-jurisdiction development pipelines (experience with Pennsylvania and/or Washington regulatory environments is a plus)
• Proven track record negotiating and administering contracts exceeding $50M in value
• Experience with utility interconnection agreements, power purchase agreements, or energy infrastructure projects (PJM market knowledge a strong plus)
• Prior experience managing contracts with general contractors, mechanical/electrical specialists, and technology infrastructure vendors

Technical & Domain Knowledge

• Deep understanding of data center construction requirements, specifications, and supply chain
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure: power distribution, cooling systems (liquid cooling, closed-loop systems), networking, modular construction
• Familiarity with current market trends in respect of chips and data center hardware
• Understanding of environmental compliance, permitting processes, and construction regulations

Core Competencies

• Contract Drafting & Analysis: Identify legal risks, propose protective language, and negotiate favorable terms
• Cost & Schedule: Clear understanding of forecasting, risk identification and management
• Project Management: Manage multiple concurrent contracts with competing deadlines in fast-paced environments
• Risk Assessment: Strong analytical skills to identify hidden contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Communication: Executive-level presentation skills; ability to articulate complex contract issues to legal, finance, and operations teams
• Problem-Solving: Experience resolving contract disputes, managing change orders, and delivering solutions under schedule pressure
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills with contract management software (Procore, Vantage Point, Aconex, or similar); strong Excel and database skills
• Stakeholder Management: Build relationships and manage expectations with internal teams and external vendors across jurisdictions

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Law, or related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) preferred
• Legal background (Juris Doctor) or contract law certification a plus

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with ability to balance legal protection, cost control, and schedule adherence
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and documentation discipline
• Resilient and adaptable in managing ambiguity and shifting priorities across concurrent projects
• Proactive risk manager who anticipates issues before escalation
• Executive presence and ability to communicate with C-level leadership and board members