Contracts Administrator

Wells • Albany, MN

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About The Position

The Contracts Administrator supports the negotiation, review, and management of contracts to ensure alignment with business objectives and risk standards. This role partners with legal, sales, and operational teams to deliver efficient, consistent, and high-quality contract outcomes. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to risk management and process improvement. Salary range $75,000-$80,000/Yearly. Based on location and experience. SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in contract administration or a related field
• Knowledge of construction industry practices and contract law
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; ability to learn new systems
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts from initiation through execution
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve balanced agreements
• Identify contractual risks and develop solutions to mitigate exposure
• Support Sales with RFP reviews, prequalification requirements, and contract terms
• Prepare and negotiate contract addendums and revisions
• Maintain contract templates, standards, and documentation processes
• Utilize contract lifecycle management systems to improve efficiency and tracking
• Resolve contract-related issues and escalate as needed
• Maintain accurate contract records, databases, and reporting tools
• Draft subcontracts in compliance with project and regulatory requirements
• Analyze contract data and provide insights to support decision-making
• Contribute to process improvements and workflow optimization
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on contract processes
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid disability and life insurance
• wellness incentives
• paid holidays
• PTO
• flexible spending accounts
• HSA options
• a 401(k) with profit sharing
• access to Nice Healthcare
• employee assistance resources
• pet insurance
• additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level