Contracts Administrator

At APTIM, we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems. Job Overview: The Contract Administrator will work directly with Business Unit lawyers and will be responsible for reviewing, redlining, negotiating, and administering business aspects (terms and conditions) of contracts for assigned business units. What you can expect from APTIM: Work that is worthy of your time and talent Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities A voice in making our company better Investment into your personal and professional development Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Review government and commercial NDAs, RFPs, teaming agreements, contracts, change orders and other legally binding documents. Analyze requests for proposal and contract terms to identify business risks, suggest edits to the contract terms and conditions, assist with the development of pricing strategy, and support contract compliance efforts. Support Business Unit lawyers by providing the first legal review and redline of contractual documents, obtaining input to contract terms from other internal departments, as required, and assisting with negotiation of client contracts. Coordinate review of contractual documents with Legal, Tax, Operations, Risk Management, and other internal departments as necessary. Advise management and technical personnel of business risks and consolidated review comments. Negotiate agreements with clients. Responsible for obtaining Certificates of Insurance and financial guarantees (i.e. bonds, letters of credit, etc.) as required. Advise and train technical personnel regarding contract administration, risk avoidance, change order management, and cost and pricing. Review project setup forms to ensure that a properly reviewed, approved, and executed contract is in place and that the information provided on the forms is consistent with the contractual requirements. Identify and negotiate contract changes with clients. Provide any other support as requested in areas of proposal preparation, contract review, negotiation, monitoring, close-out, indirect rate adjustments, audits, etc. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree. 0-3 years of experience in reviewing, redlining and negotiating contracts for the construction, plant maintenance, and environmental consulting services industries. Desired/Preferred Qualifications: Experience on the selling side vs. the purchasing side of contract administration Team player Detail oriented Ability to manage several deadlines simultaneously Ability to work independently, as well as to take direction Who we are and what we do: APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people. #LI-ONSITE #LI-BS1 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may make their request known by e-mailing HRQuestions@cbifederalservices.com or calling 855.343.5600 for assistance. EOE/Vets/Disability