Contract Specialist

Overview

Manage, review, and negotiate contracts and support compliance for an engineering firm

Key Responsibilities

• contract review
• risk mitigation
• negotiation support
• document management
• compliance research
• education programs

Tasks

-Mitigate key areas of contractual risk for Company through reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating a broad range of contractual instruments typical in the architectural/engineering/ construction industry and consulting firm business; to include revenue generating and procurement contracts with company clients and vendors or subconsultants/subcontractors, lease agreements, SaSS agreements, etc. -Support internal company representatives (operations colleagues as well other Contract Specialists) with contract interpretation, particularly related to performance obligations, and helping them to identify ways to mitigate contractual risk. -Support departmental and company strategic goals via completion of projects as assigned from time to time. -Assist with the development, implementation, delivery, and maintenance of company educational programs regarding contract process, contract management platforms, and other subjects within areas of responsibility. -Maintain organized systems for contractual instruments and other areas of responsibility, consistent with department processes. -Understand and respond to inquiries regarding insurance and bonds from internal and external clients in connection with contract review responsibilities; educate internal business representatives on insurance and bonding requirements. -Research and understand regulations in all geographical areas in which Company operates to ensure contracts are in compliance with applicable laws; actively participate in trade legal groups or local bar associations that focus on engineering/consulting firm concerns and construction law. -Support internal company representatives in negotiations with external client or vendor representatives when needed, including serving as the primary liaison/negotiator with respect to complex legal terms.

Requirements

• adobe dc
• microsoft office
• juris doctor
• bar license
• detail oriented
• negotiation

What You Bring

-Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify errors and inconsistencies. -Proficient using Adobe DC Professional and Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CoPilot, and SharePoint, etc. -Office environment, using computer, telephone, other office equipment as needed to perform duties, frequent interruptions throughout day likely. -Licensed to practice in at least one state or in process of sitting for the bar examination (required). -0-3 years of experience in contract review, negotiation, and administration. -Demonstrated interest in or familiarity with contracting, accounting, and insurance concepts typical in the architectural, engineering, and construction industries preferred. -Ability to apply complex concepts across varied and nuanced scenarios with demonstrated understanding of how decisions and actions align with organizational strategy and risk tolerance. -Ability to follow and instruct internal company representatives on contract policy and processes. -Juris Doctor. -Able to influence across the organization to achieve desired outcome. -Some drafting required of NDAs, confidentiality agreements, consultant and subcontractor agreements, and contract amendments under supervision of an in-house attorney. -Possess strong business acumen. -Understand and strictly adhere to principles of attorney-client privilege and other applicable professional standards required of the legal professional; hold matters and communications in the strictest of confidence when required. -Possess exceptional professional oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; ability to convey messages that have the desired effect. -This position can work from partially or fully from a remote location, provided the location has been approved by the Company. -Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines; effectively cope with change and can decide and act appropriately with limited information. -Negotiate skillfully in touchy situations with internal and external clients; able to quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of Company, internal clients, and external clients.

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About Braun Intertec Corporation

-Founded in 1957 by Jack Braun in his home, the firm began as a humble soil-testing provider and steadily expanded across the Midwest. -Over decades, it added geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, drilling, geospatial services, nondestructive examination, and materials testing. -Headquartered in Minneapolis, it now operates across 14 states, serving both public and private clients nationwide. -Notable work includes environmental site assessments, highway interchange testing, levee restoration after the 2008 floods, and nondestructive testing on historic artifacts. -The firm’s acquisitions—like Edwards‑Pitman Environmental and several geoscience groups—enhanced its reach in compliance, permitting and environmental remediation. -Typical projects span highways, schools, industrial sites, hydroelectric facilities, fulfillment centers, and flood control infrastructure. -A standout moment: testing a Titanic whistle in 1999 underscored both its technical depth and adventurous scope.

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