Prime Contracts Administrator

About the role

The Prime Contracts Administrator supports the company on contractual claims and contractual management.

Location

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

Responsibilities

• Administration and supervision of contract and commercial functions.
• Track key contract milestones, deliverables, and renewal dates to ensure timely action.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to managers and project teams.
• Develop and implement commercial and contractual management procedures.
• Draft contractual communications to the client.
• Identify and mitigate all commercial risks.
• Perform commercial reporting and analysis of the financial position of the project.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate progress payment certificates.
• Train and develop commercial and project staff.
• Support subcontract and procurement when required.
• Work closely with legal, finance, and project teams to address contract issues and discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual agreements related to federal and state laws, particularly applicable Occupational Health & Safety Acts, Construction Safety Act regulations, and environmental requirements in coordination with the Prime Contract Manager and Legal Counsel.
• Participate in initiatives to enhance contract management processes.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, construction management, or equivalent field of study, along with 5+ years of construction-related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project.
• Alternatively, a high school diploma (or equivalent) with 9+ years of construction-related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project.
• Experience with Design Build Contracts is preferred.

Skills

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications with customers, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime and additional or different hours (nights, weekends, holidays) as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Relocation assistance where required and approved
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off