What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Specialist position at Monument?
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Monument is a full-service real estate and right-of-way consulting firm based in California. Our clients include Federal, State, and Local agencies and engineering consulting firms. Monument’s remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce.
Position Description
Monument is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Specialist to support infrastructure projects by managing prime agreements with agencies, utilities, engineering partners. This role manages subconsultant and vendor contracts and is a critical part of ensuring contractual accuracy, insurance compliance, and smooth coordination between project teams, subconsultants, and clients.
The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of contract language, insurance provisions, and project workflows, and can confidently manage a large volume and variety of contractual documents.
Pay Range: $60,000 – $80,000
Primary Responsibilities
· Review, interpret, and administer client contracts, task orders, and amendments related to projects
· Draft and manage subconsultant agreements, work authorizations, and task orders
· Request, track, and verify insurance certificates to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance
· Set up and maintain client and subconsultant billing codes
· Coordinate with project managers, finance, and legal teams to resolve contract and billing questions
· Maintain organized and auditable contract files and documentation
· Assist with contract renewals, extensions, and closeouts
· Ensure adherence to client and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
· Manage the full lifecycle of contracts and agreements
· Strong understanding of contract terms and insurance requirements
· Experience drafting prime agreements, amendments, subconsultant agreements, and task orders
· Maintain and manage a centralized contract repository, ensuring timely tracking of key milestones, obligations, and renewals
· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
· Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
· Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills
Ability to / Possession of:
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Close attention to detail and strong organizational skills
· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
· Excels in detail-oriented, repetitive tasks that require consistency and accuracy
Education and Experience:
· 3 years of experience in contracts administration, preferably in engineering, construction, and related professions
· A 4-year college degree is preferred
Why Monument?
At Monument, we believe happy employees make happy clients. Our unique workplace culture fosters innovation, learning, and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
How to Apply:
Discover more about our company and explore how you can contribute to our shared vision at monumentrow.com. Submit your resume and a detailed cover letter through our Careers page to take the first step toward joining the Monument team.
*Monument is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Monument makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000