Contract Administrator- Grand Junction, CO

About the role

This is a skilled position that is responsible for tracking, compiling, analyzing data required for effective administration of construction contracts. This position supports Estimators, Project Managers, and Accounting Staff.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Create, organize, and maintain construction contract files.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Prepare and maintain subcontract agreements.
• Review and prepare bid bonds, request performance and payment bonds and maintain bond company files.
• Supply certificates of insurance and maintain insurance files.
• Prepare lean waivers and request subcontractor information and approval.
• Request subcontractor pre-qualification documentation.
• Review contracts, verifying accuracy, and resolving discrepancies in line with company rules and guidelines.
• Liaise between parties regarding contract development, and negotiations regarding terms and conditions, and drafting and revising changes as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2 years of experience as a Contract Administrator or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience in a building materials/construction industry preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Must adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (less than 10% of the time).

Work Requirements

• Must be proficient in legal requirements pertaining to relevant contracts.
• Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work with partnering departments.
• Must effectively use office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, copiers, ten key adding machine, printers, etc.
• Must have a hands-on, collaborative approach, work well in a team.
• Must have strong planning and organizational skills, as well as skills in project management.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hand and arms above their shoulders.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

• CRH has a long and proud heritage.
• We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family.
• CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

• CRH is an equal opportunity employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.