Contract Administrator - Grand Junction

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United Companies, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

This is a skilled position that is responsible for tracking, compiling, analyzing data required for effective administration of construction contracts. This position supports Estimators, Project Managers, and Accounting Staff.

Pay ranges from $25 to $30 an hour, based on experience.

• Create, organize, and maintain construction contract files.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Prepare and maintain subcontract agreements.
• Review and prepare bid bonds, request performance and payment bonds and maintain bond company files.
• Supply certificates of insurance and maintain insurance files.
• Prepare lean waivers and request subcontractor information and approval.
• Request subcontractor pre-qualification documentation.
• Review contracts, verifying accuracy, and resolving discrepancies in line with company rules and guidelines.
• Liaising between parties regarding contract development, and negotiations regarding terms and conditions, and drafting and revising changes as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2 years of experience as a Contract Administrator or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience in a building materials/construction industry preferred.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required (less than 10% of the time).

• Proficient knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to relevant contracts.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work with partnering departments.
• Ability to effectively use office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, copiers, ten key adding machine, printers, etc.
• Demonstrate a hands‑on, collaborative approach, work well in a team.
• Strong skill in planning and organization, as well as skills in project management.

• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to needs.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner;
  Reacts well under pressure;
  Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures;
  Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines;
  Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
  Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment;
  Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
  Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed; able to consistently work independently.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
  Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
  Applies feedback to improve…