Contracts Analyst

Clark Construction Group•McLean, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Analyst joins the Contracts Management Group and works with purchasing and project teams to support successful bid and buyout processes. This is an entry-level opportunity for a detail-oriented person interested in developing a career in contracts management; the company is prepared to train the right candidate. The role is primarily based in the McLean, Virginia office and may include occasional travel to other locations, including active construction sites. It involves desk-based document review and computer work, collaboration and communication with colleagues, and movement throughout the office and construction sites. The work environment can range from a quiet-to-moderate office setting to dynamic construction sites with outdoor weather, louder noise, and moving equipment. Extended hours and responsiveness outside regular working hours may be needed during critical project phases, deadlines, time-sensitive matters, or emergencies. The company describes the role as part of a demanding, high-performance culture. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace and requires a pre-employment fitness-for-duty drug screening and random quarterly tests. The base salary range is $52,000–$100,000, with compensation potentially varying based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus potential, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
Strong work ethic and desire to learn, adapt, and be trained in company-specific standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter able to work independently.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes.
Ability to perform prolonged periods of focused desk work and detailed computer work, with effective communication and sharp visual acuity.
Ability to move throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including construction sites.
Ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to communications when business needs require it.
Completion of a pre-employment fitness-for-duty drug screening and random quarterly drug tests.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of the construction industry and subcontract agreements.
Two or more years of related experience, including equivalent studies in college.

Responsibilities

Develop strong, positive, and productive working relationships with purchasing and project teams.
Review, assemble, and process subcontracts to ensure they align with company standards and mitigate risk before issuance.
Receive, validate, and archive bonds, ensuring they meet company standards and authenticity requirements.
Review budgets from purchasing and project teams and enter information into the internal system.
Interface regularly with senior management, Risk Management, Legal, and the Central Business Partner Group.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all work locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as required for time-sensitive matters or emergencies.