Contracts Specialist

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the overall success of the office by adhering to firm and project goals.
• Drafts, reviews and assists with the negotiation of consultant contracts and related modifications.
• Facilitates execution of consultant contracts.
• Identifies potential contract risks/issues and escalates to Legal for resolution.
• Audits and updates executed contract copies in required locations (internal project folders, marketing system, and Deltek Vision/Vantage).
• Assists Project Managers in understanding the Perkins&Will contract process and locations of templates, policies and other resources.
• Sends correspondence/communicates with clients, consultants & GC (confirming contract status, emailing comments, answering questions, etc.).
• Tracks insurance compliance for active consultant contracts and requesting updated certificates as needed.
• Queries project planning system to find new projects for tracking.
• Manages and maintains contracts database/status log.
• Reports contract status to project managers regularly.
• Affords assistance in creating consultant agreements and/or Owner/Architect agreements using AIA software.

Qualifications

Methodical and organized approach
Shows initiative and ability to work well independently and with others
Exhibits strong organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
Able to pivot and have a “hands on” working style
Able to work and interact with departments through the organization
Knowledge of Deltek/Vantage preferred

Skills

Education
A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required

Pay

The annual pay salary range for this position is between $82,000 and $110,000 commensurate with qualifications, experience, and location (Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C.).