Sub Contracts Admin II

Granite Construction•The Woodlands, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating the subcontracting activities for construction projects to ensure compliance with legal requirements and Company policies and procedures. Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in related field required.
2-5 years’ experience in contracts administration and negotiation required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Proven experience negotiating contracts, along with strong financial acumen and knowledge of accounting practices.
Working knowledge of large ERP software (JD Edwards/Oracle Enterprise One experience a plus).
Strong proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software quickly.
Attention to detail/accuracy, quick learner and internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate/convey information to all levels of employees, subcontractors, etc.
Ability to set priorities, organize work and work in high production environment while responding quickly and effectively under pressure, changing priorities and tight timelines/deadlines.
Team player who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment.
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of staff as well as external customers.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience a plus.
Past experience implementing electronic solutions for compliance issues a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the preparation and closeout of subcontracts relating to construction projects to ensure compliance with Company policies as well as Federal and State requirements.
Assist with the negotiation of non-commercial terms and conditions with subcontractors to ensure the Company’s interests are upheld.
Coordinate the process for documenting the execution of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises’ (DBEs) commercially useful function requirements, DBE payment certifications, and the Company’s good faith efforts to attain DBE goals during the Project Execution Phase (Post-award) to ensure compliance with Federal and State contract requirements.
Process all aspects of subcontractor payments and client billings to ensure compliance with agreements and company procedures.
Document preliminary notices filed by and under each subcontractor and track lien releases from subcontractors, suppliers and union trust funds to ensure proper accounting practices are followed.
Review insurance and bonding certificates to ensure compliance with Company and Owner requirements.
Process and monitor Owner/Client required paperwork and maintain accurate files to ensure Company and subcontractor compliance.
Deliver accurate and timely information regarding “cleared for work” status of subcontractors to all field personnel to ensure proper execution of work.
Ensure subcontract language is in compliance with client and/or prime contract, including mandatory flow-down clauses.
Support project staff on contracting, purchasing and insurance requirements to ensure consistency.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

Benefits

paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
special programs for musculoskeletal health
mental wellness
two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.