Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

The Construction Contracts Manager is responsible for supporting effective administration coordination and commercial management of construction contracts from project award through completion. This role works closely with project managers superintendents subcontractors vendors clients and internal commercial teams to ensure contractual requirements are properly documented communicated and managed.

The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple projects deadlines and contractual obligations in a fast-paced construction environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer construction contracts subcontracts and related agreements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review contracts and identify key commercial contractual insurance bonding payment and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate contract files correspondence logs and project documentation.
• Prepare process and track contract amendments change orders requests for information notices and other contractual correspondence.
• Prepare and review rental leases.
• Assist with the preparation review and processing of payment applications invoices lien waivers and supporting documentation.
• Monitor contract deliverables deadlines renewal dates notice requirements retainage and other critical contractual milestones.
• Coordinate with project management to ensure contractual requirements are understood and followed.
• Assist in managing subcontractor and vendor compliance including insurance certificates licenses bonds safety documentation and other required credentials.
• Assist with contract closeout including final payments releases warranties as-built documentation and retention requirements.
• Ensure documentation is complete organized and readily accessible for audits disputes and project closeout.
• Communicate professionally with owners contractors subcontractors consultants vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Assist Project Managers with contractual research issue resolution and other commercial matters.
• Perform other duties related to construction contract administration as required.
• Contract review and development (owner/prime/subcontractor type contracts)
• Corporate License registration and business certification tracking

• Monitors contract compliance including (CPI and EPA type adjustments)
• Briefs management on assigned projects and give oral presentations as applicable
• Legal Liaison for corporate

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Outlook Word and Excel
• An outstanding communicator both orally and written
• Ability to multi-task and work with constant interruptions
• Self-Driven with the ability to take initiative.
• Ability to prioritize given tasks and work efficiently towards completing them
• Detail-oriented and exceptional organizational skills
• Experience with digital file management
• Strong problem solver and analytical thinker
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

SALARY/HOURLY EXEMPTION:

• Full-Time Salary Position
• Monday to Friday
• Salary is based on knowledge and experience.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Sit for prolonged amounts of time
• Walk bend kneel and twist
• Talk and hear
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds

EDUCATION:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years experience in contract administration

BENEFITS:

M.T. Laney offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include the following:

• Competitive wages
• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Life Short Disability and Accident Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401K with Employer match
• Paid Holidays

EOE STATEMENT:

M.T. Laney Co. Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer