Contract Administrator

**Key Note**: The current responsibilities describe surveying duties, which do not align with the "Contract Administrator" job title. Below is an updated list of responsibilities appropriate for a Contract Administrator position:

• Manages contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, renewal, and closure, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
• Reviews, analyzes, and negotiates contract terms and conditions to protect company interests and minimize risk exposure.
• Maintains comprehensive contract documentation and records in centralized management systems, ensuring easy retrieval and accurate version control.
• Monitors contract performance and vendor compliance, tracking key milestones, deliverables, and service level agreements.
• Prepares and distributes contract reports, status updates, and performance metrics to stakeholders and management.
• Coordinates with legal, procurement, finance, and operational teams to ensure contract alignment with business objectives.
• Identifies and resolves contract discrepancies, disputes, and issues in a timely manner.
• Maintains detailed records of contract amendments, modifications, and correspondence with all parties involved.
• Provides guidance and support to internal departments regarding contract terms, obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Develops and implements contract management processes and best practices to improve efficiency and reduce administrative burden.
• Conducts regular audits of active contracts to ensure ongoing compliance and identify opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.

**Required Qualifications:**

• 7+ years of professional experience in contract administration, contract management, or related procurement/legal roles
• Proven expertise in managing the complete contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and renewal
• Strong knowledge of contract law, compliance requirements, and risk management principles
• Demonstrated proficiency with contract management software and systems (e.g., CLM platforms, document management systems)
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills with the ability to identify and mitigate contractual risks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear reports and documentation
• Experience coordinating across multiple departments (legal, procurement, finance, operations)
• Proven ability to resolve contract disputes and discrepancies effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management capabilities

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or related field
• Certification in Contract Management (e.g., NCMA, ACP)
• Experience implementing contract management process improvements and best practices
• Familiarity with vendor performance monitoring and SLA tracking
• Experience conducting contract compliance audits

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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