CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

Duties and/or Responsibilities

• Covers proposals and activities of awarded bid contracts
• Obtains all necessary documents for contracts including bonds, insurance, sublets, etc.
• Processes pay estimates & prepares subcontractor payments for approval by project manager and payment by AP
• Processes subcontracts, verifies proper supporting documentation including bonds and insurance
• Prepares and reports monthly subcontractor payments
• Performs monthly reconciliation with Knife River sister companies
• Communicates weekly with Project Managers, Supervisors, Foremen
• Alerts internal resources of successful bids and provides proper documentation
• Ensures TERO, Davis Bacon compliance
• Tracks contract performance and records changes
• Communicates effectively (verbal, listening, written)
• Works independently and under time constraints
• Ensures MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance
• Works safely and prevents unsafe actions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Minimum Requirements

• 2-5 years from post high school, work, military, institutional or vocational environment
• 1-2 years contract administration, project management, contract estimating or applicable work experience
• Able to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record

Paid Time Off

• Paid Time Off

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

Pay

$26.00 - $32.00 depending on experience.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.