Contracts Admin

Summary:

The Contract Administrator manages the bidding process for new and recurring contracts. This position works closely with multiple project managers to facilitate, manage and develop bid proposals and manage the performance of the construction contracting process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Work on bid and estimating generation, issuance, performance and purchase orders.

· Pursues RFP development and issuance, source selection, negotiations and execution of bid and estimating terms for services.

· Prepare detailed cost proposals that respond to customer requirements.

· Actively coordinate and support purchasing activities. Obtain material prices, availability and compare quotations. Execute, track and document sourcing efforts resulting in cost benefits.

· Draft or prepare written documentation and spreadsheets pertaining to bidding and estimating process. Responsible for data integrity of contract database.

· Inquire with multiple departments at all levels to obtain information necessary for bid submissions

Essential Education and Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED required

· Must possess strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.

· Must have the ability to work and communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, executives and customers

· Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Must be proficient with Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel.

Preferred Skills:

· Knowledge and experience in the construction industry.

· Prior experience in reviewing and processing contracts.

· Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Sit or stand at a desk/computer for long periods of time

· Focusing on a computer screen for several hours at a time.

Wage: $25 - $30 /hr

Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.