Location
Norfolk, VA | United States
Job description
As the Senior Contracts Manager on our HRBT project you will manage project controls program and activities regarding contract and change management for the project.
The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of Flatiron, Dragados USA and VINCI has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
The project scope across a 9 mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.
- Interpret contract language to understand the risks, rights and responsibilities of the project teams and guide project teams in properly managing in accordance with these clauses to limit Company’s exposure to additional costs.
- Reviews and analyzes contract management records to provide technical advice or project control guidance for the purposes of limiting exposure or protecting the Company from additional risks due to changes and claims.
- Oversees project change and claim reporting and provides reporting to Project Contract Manager for Division level reports.
- Performs and provides support for change and claim preparation for the projects within the Project.
- Assists in preparing for disputes resolution hearing and other alternative resolution methods meetings.
- Supports integration of Company systems to track, monitor and control costs or schedule and claim resolution
- Ensures accurate training and utilization of approved systems for project document control and reporting.
- Performs regular project reviews and monitors job risks and change management against key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Coordinates with project teams and Project Contracts Manager in tracking and monitoring change order and claims preparation and resolution
- Prepares action plan for resolving unsecured revenue, including Unsecured Revenue and Claims reporting forms.
- Reviews /under billing to determine possible measures for resolution.
- Works in close coordination with other Project, Division and District Project Controls staff for identifying, monitoring and resolving claims and change issues.
- Coordinates, manages and provides assistance to outside counsel and third party consultants as needed for claim and change resolution.
- Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan.
- Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or related field required.
- 10+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
- Experience with contracts management required.
- Experience with complex scheduling, cost control processes, claims/change preparation and dispute resolution procedures required.
- Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking skills required.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills required.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
- Knowledge of various methodologies for claims pricing and preparation.
- Proven written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
- Proven leadership and influential skills. Able to effectively work and communicate with all levels of the company.
- Able to identify contract specifications that delegate risk and provide appropriate mitigation measures.
- Delegation and communication skills required. Able to develop or refine a company-wide program and clearly communicate expectations and business value to all levels of the business.
Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:
- Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
- Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
- Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
- Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.
USD $125,000.00/Yr.
USD $180,000.00/Yr.
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