Construction Contract Administrator

ARCO Companies; Atlanta, King of Prussia, St. Louis (GA, PA, MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO is seeking a Contract Administrator to join its legal team in Atlanta, GA. You will draft, review, and manage contracts, NDAs, leases, and related documents, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while coordinating with Legal, Finance, and Project Management.

This role requires 3–10 years of experience in contract administration or paralegal work, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of relevant experience in a paralegal, contract administration, or related legal support role.
• Experience reviewing, negotiating, or administering contracts in construction, real estate, transactional law, or contract management strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract language, legal documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with sound judgment to work within defined frameworks and escalating issues appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, including hands‑on contract compilation, quality‑control review, and deadline tracking, in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required; experience with CounselLink, NetDocs, or similar systems is a plus.
• Positive attitude with flexibility and willingness to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise agreements including contracts, NDAs, lease documents, estoppel certificates, affidavits, and other transactional documents in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
• Review, organize, and finalize contracts, exhibits, and related legal documents for execution.
• Interpret contract provisions and assist in resolving standard contractual questions with practical solutions within established guidelines.
• Identify and communicate potential legal, operational, and financial risks associated with contract terms or changes.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Legal, Finance, Project Management, and external clients driving communication and collaboration to support strong working relationships.
• Support training initiatives by organizing legal resources, preparing presentations, and assisting with operational guidance on contract processes and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and administer legal databases and document management systems including CounselLink and related tracking tools.
• Create, update, and maintain standardized contract templates and legal forms.

Skills

Contract management

Legal research

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Word

Excel

Team collaboration

Tools

CounselLink

NetDocs

Job description

ARCO is seeking a Contract Administrator to join its legal team in Atlanta, GA. You will draft, review, and manage contracts, NDAs, leases, and related documents, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while coordinating with Legal, Finance, and Project Management.

This role requires 3–10 years of experience in contract administration or paralegal work, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication.