Assistant Contracts Manager

About the Role

The Assistant Contracts Manager will be integrated into TYPSA’s Owner’s Engineering Team representing the Owner in two large-scale Solar projects under construction. They will assist on-site Construction Supervision Managers in managing the project budget, documenting main contractor performance, and safeguarding the client's commercial and legal interests with special attention to document control. This role reports to the on-site Construction Supervision Team Managers while working closely with Project Management, Site/Construction team, and Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Help the on-site Construction Supervision Managers administer the main contract, document the EPC contractors’ performance regarding schedule, permitting requirements, interconnection milestones, and budget controls.
• Review change orders and variation requests submitted by the EPC contractors to protect the client from unjustified costs.
• Assist in assessing the contractor's monthly valuations and drafting payment notices for client approval.
• Maintain complete records (requisitions, quotes, POs, acknowledgments, packing lists, delivery notes, invoices, warranties, certificates, claims, contract letters and communications).
• Prepare executive-level reports summarizing the project status.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Associate's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Commercial Law, or a related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in a similar role; three (3) years preferred.
• Strong professional etiquette and communication skills for presenting data directly to project owners.
• Ability to objectively scrutinize contractor cost claims and project timelines against EPC contract terms and based on construction information provided by the on-site Construction Supervision Team.
• Basic understanding of construction cost control, measurement rules, and valuation processes.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and industry-specific software like Bluebeam, Procore, or ERP tools.
• Valid Driver's License, with the ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier.

Skills

• Communicative – interacts openly with others; maintains relationships, works well independently or with a team.
• Consultative – consults with other disciplines as needed; tolerates different perspectives or opinions.
• Decisive & Action Oriented – high energy and stamina; makes sound, rapid decisions even when short of information; enjoys managing challenging projects in fast-paced and pressure environments.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Flexible – adapts to new challenges and circumstances; able to multi-task; thrives on variety and changing environments; creative problem solver.
• Resourceful, with minimal direction.
• Analytical – uses sound data and procedures, follows laws, rules, and regulations, but is a solutionist or problem-solver.
• Conscientious and Organized – believes professional integrity is paramount; understands the importance of project records; responsive to clients and deadline oriented; quality oriented.

Working Conditions

• Ability to establish rapport quickly with others working on the same project and promote a positive team environment.
• Working knowledge of dealing with a diverse population while using tact, diplomacy, and respect.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid-time-Off.
• 401(k) plan.

About TYPSA, Inc.

TYPSA in the United States is a multi-discipline engineering and environmental consulting firm assisting public and private clients in planning, developing, designing, constructing, and maintaining critical infrastructure projects across the United States. With offices in Arizona and California, TYPSA provides local expertise with the backing of a global network. Originally established in 1992 as AZTEC Engineering Group, Inc., the company began as a two-person DBE firm and grew into a trusted corporation serving clients nationwide. In 2006, AZTEC joined TYPSA Group, an international leader in engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting headquartered in Spain with more than 60 offices worldwide.