Description

The Project Construction Contract Manager will be familiar with contract documents and apply established RLF processes and procedures on various construction contract administration activities. The Construction Contract Manager, while assisting the Project Managers, serves as the primary contact between the Owner and the General Contractor/Construction Manager during the construction of the project. Reports to Director of Construction Administration.

In this role you will:

• Administer, communicate, and document the activities during the construction contract throughout the construction phase.
• Display working knowledge of contract requirements, understand the scope of services during the construction phase, including conditions of the design and construction contracts.
• Interface well with the design team to provide clear directions regarding the interpretation of the contract documents.
• Interact professionally with those associated with the construction phase of the project including Owners, Architects, Designers, General Contractors, as well as local authorities having jurisdiction.
• Perform specific site observation tasks such as overall construction progress review, roofing installation, above ceiling reviews, substantial completion punch list preparation and back check, and final completion review to document construction activities.
• Review shop drawings, RFI’s, Change Orders and pay applications, and reviews closeout documents including record documents, warranties, operation, and maintenance manuals.
• Attend pre-installation meetings, performs site observations, and other critical site visits and prepares miscellaneous reports and meeting minutes to support the project documentation requirements.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of design documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• High school Diploma or General Education Development (GED). Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 15 years’ experience in field observation and project administration or Construction Management.
• Previous experience with a Design/Architectural firm preferred.
• Previous experience in Healthcare, DOD, and/or other government contractor projects preferred.
• Ability to independently perform most tasks without instruction.
• Thorough knowledge of construction.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors and subcontractors to resolve challenges.
• Experience with PDF software like Bluebeam or Adobe, specifically with markup experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership and emotional intelligence skills.
• Strong interpersonal, client service, and communications skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Physically able to navigate an active construction site with uneven terrain, bend/stoop, climb ladders, and scaffolding to accomplish construction reviews.

Why join us?

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Hybrid office (remote M, F, in-office T-Th)
• PTO and holidays
• Paid Health and Dental
• Vision Coverage
• Healthcare Savings Account
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life and AD&D benefits
• Supplemental Life and Health Insurance Additions
• Critical Care Insurance
• Professional Certification Reimbursement
• Professional Organization Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Theft Plan
• Legal Plan
• Pet Insurance

Amount of Travel Required:

This position will require occasional travel, some of which may be international.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

RLF conducts background checks and drug screening after an offer of employment has been made. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by RLF or an RLF client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed RLF Placement Agreement from the Director of Human Resources to receive payment for placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the RLF staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to RLF, and any resume submitted to any employee outside of RLF Human Resources, will be considered property of RLF. RLF will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Visa Sponsorship:

RLF is not accepting applications for sponsorship at this time (e.g., H-1B or TN Visas).

EEO Statement:

RLF strives to attract and hire the best talent in order to provide a creative and challenging work environment. As such, qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. RLF is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled affirmative action employer.