Contract Administrator

Our Construction Management Team in Los Angeles has an opportunity for an experienced Contract Administrator. Explore this opportunity with Psomas and apply today!

About being our Contract Administrator

As our Contract Administrator, you will join the Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) project team of 40+ planners, architects, engineers, and other technical professionals to plan & design their next wave of capital investments, including airfield improvements, terminal improvements, infrastructure improvements, and more.

As our Contract Administrator, you will be responsible for working in collaboration with the project management team to ensure projects are delivered in compliance with all contractual terms and conditions and LAWA, City State and Federal requirements. These projects may include, but are not limited to: Airline Terminal Improvement projects, Airport Service Improvement projects, Terminal Development projects and Asset Renewal.

Responsibility Highlights for our Contract Administrator

• Collaborate with the Project Manager regarding disposition of contractual issues
• Prepare Contractual Correspondence
• Facilitate the meriting process of all potential change claims made by contractors, ensuring all appropriate subject matter experts have reviewed the claim
• Assemble Task Orders and Change Orders
• Review Concurrence Letters for conformance with contractual requirements
• Communicate all changes to budget commitments to the cost engineering team to ensure accurate and up-to-date project job costing reporting
• Monitor insurance compliance
• Ensure proficiency and timeliness of contract administration for change documentation
• Prepare required reports and correspondence
• Attend various meetings, including pre-bid proposal and post-bid proposal debriefings
• Assist in the contract standardization process
• Monitor all aspects of contract compliance
• Assist in resolving problems and disagreements between contractors and LAWA
• Review contractor invoices for contractual compliance
• Conduct closeout actions upon contract completion such as final audit, payment, etc. under the direction of LAWA personnel
• Contribute to the advancement of PDG's goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications to be our Contract Administrator

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a business related field, as well as training in procurement, contract, construction and commercial law
• 10+ years' experience in the administration of commercial/government contracts
• Experience working in a construction office
• Experience in alternative project delivery methods including Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) and Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) and Design Build preferred
• Comfortable operating in a team-oriented, collaborative work environment
• Must be a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilities
• Demonstrated success on the job, as evidenced by satisfactory performance reviews, acceptance of responsibility and growth in previous positions
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized

Preferred Qualifications to be our Contract Administrator

• Experience with project management software
• Certifications may include PMP, PE, and/or any other relevant Professional Licensure or Certification.

Highlighted Benefits for our Contract Administrator

Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, an inclusive benefit package providing medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate vested company match and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan that is 100% paid by Psomas!

• A competitive salary! The expected range for this position is $25.00 - $38.60/hour depending on experience.
• 8 Paid Holidays & 3 Weeks of PTO
• Career pathing, training + professional development
• Employee Parking paid by Company

Strong History + Bright Future

As a 100% employee owned company serving clients throughout the western U.S for over 78 years, Psomas is proud to be an award winning consulting firm with over 750 employees. Our talented team have an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial services. We strive for excellence, and welcome candidates of all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives to help us continue evolving as an inclusive, employee first culture. Together, we foster a collaborative work environment, promote teamwork, and provide many opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We are looking for team members that are excited to contribute to our projects and make a positive difference in our local community.

We're a fun, rewarding place to work! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.