Construction Contract Lead

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Contract Lead overseeing contract development and administration for construction projects at American Red Cross. Managing supplier relationships and leading volunteers in project activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee complex activities pertaining to contract development, selection and award, contract administration, and customer contact activities.
  • Manage relationships with third party suppliers, vendors, consultants, and contractors.
  • Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.
  • Develop, conduct, and evaluate RFP’s (requests for proposal) as requested by RES Construction Project Managers.
  • Draft, manage and complete construction and related contracts.
  • Red-line and negotiate terms within established guidelines to mitigate contractual risk.
  • Serve as the key contact person to coordinate matters between the legal department, construction and risk management teams.
  • Track deadlines, contract deliverables and receivables.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
  • Construction experience preferred.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines with expeditious multi-tasking.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to efficiently proofread/edit documents.
  • Strong knowledge of construction industry practices and procedures.
  • Strong knowledge of bidding processes, contract terminology, liens, and invoicing.
  • Proven ability to provide exceptional client service.
  • Ability and willingness to learn, cross-train and work as a team player.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental Vision plans
  • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
  • 401K with up to 6% match
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
  • Service Awards and recognition