What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Specialist position at Veear?
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Contract Development and Review:
- Draft, review, and modify contracts including master service agreements, statements of work, vendor agreements, and subcontractor agreements
- Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify potential risks and recommend appropriate modifications
- Ensure all contracts comply with company policies, industry standards, and applicable laws/regulations
- Review and analyze requests for proposal and requests for quote to identify potential risks.
Contract Negotiation and Administration:
- Contract negotiation and redlining experience (required)
- Collaborate with business units to negotiate favorable contract terms with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- Maintain organized contract documentation system and ensure proper execution of all agreements
- Track contract milestones, renewal dates, and compliance requirements
- Prepare contract summary reports for management review
Risk Management and Compliance:
- Identify and mitigate contractual risks specific to construction, restoration, and logistics operations
- Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations that impact contractual obligations
- Develop and implement standardized contract templates and processes
- Ensure proper insurance requirements and indemnification provisions are included in all agreements
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with legal, finance, operations, and business development teams
- Provide guidance to project managers on contract interpretation and compliance
- Support dispute resolution processes when contractual issues arise
- Conduct training for staff on contract procedures and best practices
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of contract management experience, preferably in construction or restoration industries
- Demonstrated knowledge of contract law and commercial contract principles
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen
Preferred Qualifications:
- Paralegal certification or Contract Management certification (CCCM, CCMP, or similar)
- Experience with government contracts and public sector procurement processes
- Knowledge of construction industry standard contracts (AIA, ConsensusDocs)
- Familiarity with disaster recovery operations and FEMA contracting requirements
- Experience working in a multi-subsidiary corporate environment
- Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) are a plus
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Salary : $65,000 - $75,000