Contract Administrator - Aviation

STV is seeking a Contract Administrator for the Construction Management Group in Los Angeles, CA. Position Description Summary The successful candidate will have proven contract administration experience with complex, multi-phase, multi-million-dollar construction and/or renovation projects. Performs a broad range of contract administrative duties, including procurements, billings, insurance, badging, and compliance. Key Identifiers for the Position Demonstrated experience administering and reporting on contracts for large-scale, complex projects; including developing and managing a progress reporting methodology for a complicated design effort. Experience with Design-Build and Construction Management at Risk delivery methods is desirable. Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical- and management-level personnel. Ability to work with others, a self-starter with results-driven focus. Essential Job Duties The Contract Administrator duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Collaborates with the Project Manager regarding disposition of contractual issues Preparing Contractual Correspondence Facilitate the meriting process of all potential change claims made by contractors, ensuring all appropriate subject matter experts have reviewed the claim Assembling 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 Monitoring 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 PDGs goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders Hardware/Software Knowledge Experience with project management software preferred Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications 10 years or more of experience in the administration of commercial/government contracts 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 Produce accurate and timely results while maintaining a customer service attitude Experience in a construction office is necessary 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 Education/Training Bachelors degree in engineering or a business related field, as well as training in procurement, contract, construction and commercial law. Certifications required, may include PMP, PE, and/or any other relevant Professional Licensure or Certification. Required cost engineer certification i.e. CCE, CCP. Compensation Range: $98,010.59 - $130,680.78 Dont meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. STV offers the following benefits Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (16 days) Paid Holidays (8 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STVs good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 60 offices and 3,200 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 35th in Engineering News-Records Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. Were also committed to delivering formative career experiences and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. In 2022, STV further reinforced this commitment by signing the Equity in Infrastructure Project (EIP) Pledge, becoming one of the first AEC firms to take action in expanding opportunities in infrastructure. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.