Contract Manager

Lane Construction is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.

Position will work fully onsite a project Monday - Friday.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates project work for interim and final payment.
• Identifies opportunities for extension of time and money claims and creates and quantifies the requests.
• 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.
• Manages the financial and contract administration of subcontractor accounts.
• Produces contractual correspondence, contractual notices, and provision of contractual advice on a routine basis.
• Directs, when appropriate, the preparation of contractor’s monthly statement (including organizing records and measurement).
• Identifies and prices variations (including construction v tender drawing change review or revision of owner's requirements, as applicable).
• Prepares and obtains approval for the final measurement/account incl. statement at completion.
• With Corporate approval, requests engineer’s decision/determinations/DB submissions.
• Requests taking-over certificates for parts and the whole of the works.
• Monitors progress (incl. ensuring maintenance of planned v. actual).
• Organizes site document filing system according to guidelines.
• In conjunction with site management, ensures site records of resources and production are maintained.
• Provides information and reports as needed.
• Mentors, coaches and provides feedback to Assistant Contract Managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred)
• 10 years of contract management experience in construction industry and DOT projects strongly preferred
• Knowledge of all aspects of the contracting process
• Long term contract experience preferred
• Construction experience required