Contracts Specialist

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Contracts Specialist helps prepare, review, and standardize routine lower-level contracts and related documents and help plan and implement policies and procedures related to contract administration. This position will be responsible for preparing, reviewing and administering subcontracts and other downstream agreements. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. Autonomy & Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor. Career Path: Senior Contracts Specialist.

Requirements

Ability to perform work accurately, completely and in a timely manner
Communication skills, verbal and written – Intermediate
Ability to prioritize multiple projects - Intermediate
Organizational skills – Intermediate
Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
Ability to understand and implement best practice standards
Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement
Proficiency in MS Office – Intermediate
Ability to maintain confidentiality and act ethically in all matters
Ability to perform legal research
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
2+ years contract management experience (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (Preferred)
Construction industry experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Reviews and administers routine downstream contracts and related documents to ensure completeness and compliance.
Reviews Certificates of Insurance (COI) for compliance and resolves third-party compliance review discrepancies.
Coordinates with Project Coordinators, Project Managers and others to confirm and monitor subcontractor and supplier compliance.
Assists in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures related to contract administration.
Assists counsel in resolution of subcontractor and supplier compliance issues, including insurance compliance issues.
Assists in the development of project-specific subcontract templates and other project specific legal forms for review and approval by counsel.
Maintains and administers downstream agreement riders for select subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
Assists with training as needed and assigned.
Assists counsel with discovery and document collection efforts as needed.
Possesses strong understanding of writing (i.e grammar, syntax, diction etc.).
Communicates with internal and external teams promptly and effectively.