Contracts Manager - Blythewood, SC

The Lane Construction Corporation is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For nearly 130 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's vast network of roads, highways, and bridges, including the Interstate Highway System. Lane also specializes in tunnels, metro and railway systems, as well as airports and water and wastewater treatment plants

Responsibilities:

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  Evaluates project work for interim and final payment.

  
  

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  Identifies opportunities for extension of time and money claims and creates and quantifies the requests.

  
  

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  Submits and follows up on requests for payment for: extensions of time, variations, disruption, claims and for all items for which the Lane is entitled.

  
  

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  Manages the financial and contract administration of subcontractor accounts.

  
  

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  Produces contractual correspondence, contractual notices, and provision of contractual advice on a routine basis.

  
  

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  Directs, when appropriate, the preparation of contractor's monthly statement (including organizing records and measurement).

  
  

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  Identifies and prices variations (including construction v tender drawing change review or revision of owner's requirements, as applicable).

  
  

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  Prepares and obtains approval for the final measurement/account incl. statement at completion.

  
  

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  With Corporate approval, requests engineer's decision/determinations/DB submissions.

  
  

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  Requests taking-over certificates for parts and the whole of the works.

  
  

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  Monitors progress (incl. ensuring maintenance of planned v. actual).

  
  

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  Organizes site document filing system according to guidelines.

  
  

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  In conjunction with site management, ensures site records of resources and production are maintained.

  
  

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  Provides information and reports as needed.

  
  

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  Mentors, coaches and provides feedback to Assistant Contract Managers.

  
  

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  Performs other duties as assigned.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  Bachelor's Degree

  
  
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  5 years of experience

  
  
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  Knowledge of all aspects of the contracting process

  
  
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  Long term contract experience preferred

  
  
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  Construction experience required

  
  

Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.