- Company Name
- Kiewit
- Job Title
- Contracts Administration Manager
- Job Description
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**Job title**
Contracts Administration Manager
**Role Summary**
Manage contracts administration for major construction and engineering projects, leading a team of administrators, overseeing contract development, negotiation, compliance, risk mitigation, and collaboration with project, legal, procurement, and client stakeholders.
**Expectations**
- Exercise strategic leadership over contract portfolios to support project delivery and corporate objectives.
- Ensure timely, accurate contract execution, monitoring, and change management.
- Deliver on compliance with legal, regulatory, and corporate policies.
- Maintain high standards of communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead and develop a contracts administration team across assigned projects.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and execute contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
- Monitor contract performance, compliance, and milestones for all stakeholders.
- Provide guidance on contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation.
- Manage contract changes, claims, and amendments, ensuring accurate processing.
- Coordinate with legal, risk, procurement, and finance to align with policies.
- Develop and maintain contract management systems and reporting tools.
- Mentor and train staff on contract administration processes.
- Produce regular status reports on contract health, risks, and opportunities for senior leadership.
**Required Skills**
- Leadership and team management in a multi‑stakeholder environment.
- In‑depth knowledge of construction contract law (CCDC, FIDIC) and procurement processes.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational abilities.
- Analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management software.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of contract administration/management experience, preferably in construction or engineering.
- Valid certification in Contract Management (e.g., NCMA, CCCM, CPCM) is an asset.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle preferred.