Paralegal - Contracts

Description

• Provide support and guidance for Project Managers/Coordinators during the formation and execution of contracts.
• Analyze and interpret contract terms, draft alternate language, and propose redline changes exercising discretion to make changes within the parameters of risk based on company guidelines.
• Inform internal departments of specific contract provisions to ensure compliance (EEO, prevailing wage, use of certain unions, etc.).
• Escalate legal issues for further review and approval when appropriate.
• Establish rapport and maintain good collaborative working relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors with respect to the administration of contracts.
• Keep manager and General Counsel up to date on any significant contract matters.
• Exercise sole discretion to make contract changes within the parameters of risk based on company guidelines.
• Conduct negotiations directly with the client, supplier or subcontractor submitting the contract for review with changes.
• Recognize and understand contract relationships to ensure all documents incorporated by reference are “in house”.
• Review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts including but not limited to client agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and confidentiality agreements, to ensure compliance with established company financial, operational and risk tolerance guidelines.

Requirements

• Proficient in reading and comprehending instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Paralegal certificate
• Experience working in the construction industry
• Minimum of 5+ years of prior relevant experience
• Degree or certification in Paralegal Studies and strong legal contracts experience or any equivalent combination of education, experience, or training
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, spreadsheets, word processing and email applications (preferably Microsoft Office applications).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret various contracts in a fast paced, time sensitive environment.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written when working with all levels of management, employees, clients, suppliers, vendors and other business associates.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to clearly communicate directions and information; have strong negotiation skills; and solid understanding of contractual language and the contracting process.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Must be a self-starter with strong time management skills.
• Comfortable working in a legal setting
• Adept at effectively and efficiently resolving issues.
• Quickly and objectively interpret specifications, contract documents, along with having a working knowledge of project scheduling.
• Competent in presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance