Entry Level Contract Specialist

Description

• Assist with estimates and proposals for site specific projects and master service agreements
• Build effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations
• Review project plans and specifications and coordinate with the project team to confirm complete scope
• Assist with contract negotiation and work with project team to establish the system to carry out the contract including management of subcontractors and material procurement
• Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information and pricing
• Management and support of emergency and storm restoration events
• Participate in customer pre-bid meetings (in-person or virtual)
• Assist with contractual meetings (pre-bid, contract negotiations, contract kickoff, post-project meetings, etc.)
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude

Requirements

• Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to both small and large, diverse groups
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency
• Working knowledge of the techniques needed to lead and influence others in a matrix organization
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
• Knowledge of project management fundamentals
• Ability to assist with multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic, as well as complex proposals, technical documents, and formal letters
• General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms
• Possess strong mathematical, communication and computer skills
• Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers
• High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action
• High attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• 4-year college degree preferably in engineering or business management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance