ABOUT US

At United we are a team of engineers, builders, planners and thinkers that design and build today’s infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Contracts Coordinator will play a vital role in the commercial side of our multiyear mega project. Acting as the main point of contact at the project site in the preparation and review of commercial communications within our project team, our contractors and clients. This role will be responsible for ensuring all information is accurate and concise prior to delivery.

This is a long-term project and will be ideally suited for candidates looking for stability and exceptional growth opportunities with an excellent company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Review commercial agreements, including requests for quotation, requests for proposals, confidentiality agreements, pre-bid agreements, purchase orders, subcontracts, contracts, consortium agreements, joint venture agreements and, having regard for their practical application and inherent risks, make recommendations to operating staff during the estimating, pre-award, construction and post construction phases

• Draft or amend contracts and commercial agreements

• Prepare project specific contract administration manuals

• Creation of project specific contract administration tools, policies and procedures

• Generally, assist and support the Contracts Manager or a member of the Legal/Commercial group

• Assist project staff with the interpretation and practical application of contract documents

• Assist project staff with identification, documentation and quantification of changes in the Work and claims

• Act as the onsite point of contact for contractual matters on the assigned project

• Liaise with and provide guidance on contract matters to Supervisor, other senior managers, and other team members

• Document significant events on projects

• Monitor and maintain project change order log

• Coordinate and prepare claims

• Draft notices to client of changes or events requiring notice

• Interface with project team on site and prepare commercial updates to the project team and clients as required

• Obtain the assistance of the appropriate Legal department, as required

• Interfaces with project management, project estimators, contract managers and Legal

• Provide presentations and workshops, as required by the Supervisor, to the employees with respect to contract administration including, corporate policies, procedures and guidelines, change and delay management

• Continuing education with respect to construction law

• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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  Bachelor’s Degree or an educational background in Business Administration/Law/Communications/Paralegal

• Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in the construction industry in project management / contract administration

• Basic knowledge and understanding of legal documents, navigating contracts, and interpreting them

• Basic knowledge of contract administration procedures

• Experience in drafting and administering contracts

• Display sound judgement and leadership skills

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Good interpersonal and analytical skills

• Good planning and time management skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products with advanced Word skills

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Our background check process includes a full security check and clearance process as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education and other pertinent information.

United offers a benefit rich offering to our employees. United provides access to Extended Heath Care, Vision Coverage, Dental Coverage, Health Spending Accounts, Critical Illness Coverage, Life and AD&D Coverage and Disability Coverage for Short and Long Term Disability. United supports life balance by offering a competitive PTO program in addition to paid holidays. We enjoy a great wellness program with regular incentives.