Construction Contract Administrator – ESOP & Growth

ARCO; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry‑leading bonus program

Employee stock ownership plan

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Job summary

ARCO, a family of construction companies, seeks a Contract Administrator to support a fast-paced legal team in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts and related documents. You will liaise with Legal, Finance, Project Management, and vendors to mitigate risks and ensure compliant contract execution.

The role requires 3–10 years of relevant experience, a degree or equivalent, and proficiency with Word/Excel plus CounselLink/NetDocs.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of relevant experience in a paralegal, contract administration, or related legal support role.
• Experience in construction, real estate, transactional law, or contract management strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal certification, or equivalent legal/business experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract language, legal documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities 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

• Assist with drafting and revising 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.
• Identify and communicate potential legal, operational, and financial risks associated with contract terms or changes.
• Coordinate communication between Legal, Finance, Project Management, and external vendors to support project execution and maintain 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

Paralegal experience

Contract administration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Equivalent experience

Tools

CounselLink

NetDocs

Job description

ARCO, a family of construction companies, seeks a Contract Administrator to support a fast-paced legal team in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts and related documents. You will liaise with Legal, Finance, Project Management, and vendors to mitigate risks and ensure compliant contract execution.

The role requires 3–10 years of relevant experience, a degree or equivalent, and proficiency with Word/Excel plus CounselLink/NetDocs.