Contracts Administrator

Responsibilities Conduct pre‑procurement planning to identify the best method(s) for contracting engineered equipment, engineering and construction contracts required to satisfy project requirements, while safeguarding corporate interests. Assist and advise the project team during the preparation of technical specifications and/or scopes of work by performing reviews and assistance in support of development of such technical specifications and/or scopes of work. Assist and advise the project management team in areas of contractual risk. Prepare appropriate contract pro‑formas (including general terms and conditions and commercial terms) for bid solicitation. Develop and maintain supplier relations and work with the Supplier Diversity team to successfully include minority business opportunities in purchasing. Lead the bid evaluation process by coordinating the commercial evaluation with the technical evaluation; lead the contract formation/negotiation process in conjunction with business lead, legal, risk, regulatory and other internal stakeholders; prepare the award recommendation and formalize final agreements and coordinate proper execution. Provide contract administration support during contractor performance including negotiating change orders, claims and dispute resolution, reviewing invoices for compliance with contract terms, monitoring compliance with contractor lien laws and preparing contract close‑out documents. Requirements Demonstrated proficiency in all of the primary duties and responsibilities. Demonstrated advanced competency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to respond to change in a productive manner and effectively execute other tasks assigned. Travel may be required to company locations throughout Florida, or to vendor locations in North America, in support of procurement functions. Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; HSA, FSA, 401(k); life, disability, and AD&D insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Equal Opportunity Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kforce Inc