Contracts Specialist

Ballard Marine Construction•Washougal, WA

9d•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor headquartered in Washougal, WA, delivering complex projects across North America. The work we perform is demanding, high-risk, and highly technical — which makes contracts, compliance, and risk management critical to our success. We’re selective about who we bring onto the team because our culture depends on it. Accountability, ownership, and integrity aren’t optional. As a Contracts Specialist, you’ll work alongside professionals who value your attention to detail, rely on your analysis, and expect you to help uphold the standards that protect our projects and our business. Who are we? • A company where the contracts function has a real seat at the table. Our work is technically complex and high stakes which means contract review, risk allocation, and compliance aren’t afterthoughts. They’re central to how we operate. • A tight-knit team with high standards. We expect professionalism and precision and we give it back. You’ll work alongside people who are sharp, collaborative, and genuinely invested in doing the job right. • A place where you’ll grow. Ballard is selective about who joins the team because when you’re here, you’re counted on. That means real exposure, real responsibility, and real career development. • An employer that invests in its people. Beyond competitive pay, we offer excellent benefits, a culture built on trust and accountability, and leadership that values your input. If you’re a contracts professional who wants to be a strategic contributor not just a paper-pusher, you’ll find exactly that here. Come help us build something that lasts.

Requirements

An associate’s degree in business or a related field. The degree may be substituted with a minimum of 5+ years of practical experience in contract review, drafting and negotiation.
3-5 years of experience in contract administration or a related field
Strong knowledge of contract management processes, and contract drafting.
Knowledge of contract terms and conditions
Experience in contract negotiations, reviewing and redlining.
Ability to work with and effectively communicate, orally and in writing, to all levels within the organization.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment with a commitment to reach goals and meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and well-organized.
Demonstrates proficiency in MS Office and relevant software applications.
High-level computer skills with the ability to quickly learn new applications.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with government contracting regulations is a plus

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate project vendor agreements, including assuring appropriate flow‑down terms, insurance requirements, and risk allocation, are included.
Review and redline client agreements, identify key risks and required commitments in Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and bid terms and prepare contract risk memos.
Conduct negotiations with clients and vendors and coordinate internal review/approvals with General Counsel, Risk Manager, Operations, and Estimating as needed.
Support Estimating and Operations in understanding and administering contract requirements, including notices, change management, documentation expectations, and post‑award obligations.
Maintain contract records and workflow tracking through execution, including version control, approval routing, and executed contract filing.
Support forms management and continuous improvement by maintaining approved templates/clauses and recommending process efficiencies, including LEAN initiatives.
Support development of CRL policies, procedures, workflows, and training materials; participate in cross‑training and act as a backup in related areas as needed.
Other duties as required.