Contract Administrator

Fujitec America•Mason, OH

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Contract Administrator will review, revise, and negotiate commercial contracts, as well as provide conflict resolution services for both parties. This position exercises discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance. The role involves acting as a liaison between Fujitec and contractors, representing and communicating expectations, and bringing parties together to resolve issues. The administrator will also draft terms and conditions for standard contracts, explain contract terminology, and review lien waivers.

Requirements

Bachelor's in accounting and business or contract law
Minimum 3 years in construction contract analysis and administration
Requires a valid driver's license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report.
Requires a valid passport and the ability to travel abroad.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Teamwork and Cooperation
Communication
Attention to Detail
Decision Making
Analytical Thinking
Negotiation

Responsibilities

Review, revise, and negotiate commercial contracts for elevator installation, modernization, and maintenance services.
Prepare amendments, incorporating business decisions and judgments into language satisfactory to protect the company’s best interests.
Act as the "go-between" for both Fujitec and contractors to represent and communicate both their expectations.
Bring parties together to determine the best ways to resolve issues.
Provide conflict resolution services for both parties and work to resolve disputes quickly.
Draft terms and conditions for standard company contracts.
Clearly explain contract terminology to clients and other interested parties in simple, everyday language.
Review lien waivers and advise regarding the filing of a lien against customer property due to nonpayment.
Verbally negotiate contract terms and contract interpretations utilizing moderate to high-level business judgment.
Provide legal training to the sales team, and facilitate internal and external client relations by listening to disputed terms and identifying the best solution.
Analyze the impact of making changes to a contract and any liability issues that may result before presenting potential means of closing issues or claims.
Act as point person for Certificate of Insurance (COI) requests from customers, and liaison with Fujitec’s insurance brokers to procure the appropriate COI per customer contract.
Prepare Tealbook diversity spend reports for Fujitec customer Freddie Mac.