Monitor compliance with contractual obligations, deadlines, and deliverables.
Maintain organized and up-to-date contract records, correspondence, and documentation.
Legal and Risk Compliance
Ensure all contractual activities adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Collaborate with Risk Management to confirm appropriate insurance requirements are included and maintained.
Identify and mitigate contractual risks in collaboration with Legal and Procurement leadership.
Stakeholder Management
Act as a central point of contact for internal teams and external vendors on all contract-related matters.
Partner with legal counsel, project managers, asset management, construction teams, and other internal stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues efficiently.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support performance and accountability.
Provide support with contract-related issue resolution, both internally and externally.
Contract Close-out
Oversee the formal close-out of contracts, ensuring all obligations have been met and documentation is complete.
Facilitate clear communication with stakeholders to ensure projects can move forward without administrative delays.
Financial and Cost Management
Evaluate and analyze contract pricing structures and financial terms.
Benchmark contract rates and terms against industry standards to support value-driven negotiations and cost containment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required; J.D. Required
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in contract negotiation, management, or administration, preferably within the construction and/or real estate asset management sectors.
Skills
Advanced negotiation and contract management skills.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Experience with contract management software and systems (implementation experience a plus).
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Company Benefits
The Company offers a benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Plan, Profit Sharing, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care, Pre-Tax Transit Program, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays.
