CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLEThe Contracts Administrator supports the negotiation, review, and management of contracts to ensure alignment with business objectives and risk standards. This role partners with legal, sales, and operational teams to deliver efficient, consistent, and high-quality contract outcomes. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to risk management and process improvement.Salary range $75,000-$80,000/Yearly. Based on location and experience.SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.WHAT WE OFFERWells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreementsWHAT YOU’LL DOReview, draft, and negotiate contracts from initiation through executionPartner with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve balanced agreementsIdentify contractual risks and develop solutions to mitigate exposureSupport Sales with RFP reviews, prequalification requirements, and contract termsPrepare and negotiate contract addendums and revisionsMaintain contract templates, standards, and documentation processesUtilize contract lifecycle management systems to improve efficiency and trackingResolve contract-related issues and escalate as neededMaintain accurate contract records, databases, and reporting toolsDraft subcontracts in compliance with project and regulatory requirementsAnalyze contract data and provide insights to support decision-makingContribute to process improvements and workflow optimizationProvide guidance and training to internal teams on contract processesPerform additional duties and special projects as assignedWHO WE’RE LOOKING FORThe ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and negotiation skills who can manage contracts with accuracy and efficiency. They are a collaborative partner who communicates effectively across teams and confidently navigates both business and legal considerations. This individual is proactive, adaptable, and continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes and deliver value.IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVEBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience2+ years of experience in contract administration or a related fieldKnowledge of construction industry practices and contract lawExcellent attention to detail and organizational abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; ability to learn new systemsProject management experience is a plusValid driver’s license and ability to travel as neededThis profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.