Construction Contracts Specialist – Compliance & Subcontracts

JE Dunn Construction; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Contracts Specialist to help prepare, review, and standardize routine contracts and related documents. You will support contract administration from onboarding to execution, collaborating with project teams to ensure compliance and consistency.

The role emphasizes drafting, review, and process implementation, with opportunities to advance in the Contract Specialist family. A strong eye for detail and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (Preferred)
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• 2+ years contract management experience (Required)
• Construction industry experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Reviews and administers routine downstream contracts and related documents to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Reviews Certificates of Insurance (COI) for compliance and resolves third‑party compliance review discrepancies.
• Coordinates with Project Managers and others to confirm subcontractor and supplier compliance.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of policies and procedures related to contract administration.
• Assists counsel in resolution of subcontractor and supplier compliance issues, including insurance compliance issues.
• Develops project‑specific subcontract templates and other project‑specific legal forms for review and approval by counsel.
• Maintains and administers downstream agreement riders for select subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
• Assists with training as needed and assigned.
• Assists counsel with discovery and document collection efforts as needed.
• Possesses strong understanding of writing (i.e grammar, syntax, diction etc.)
• Communicates with internal and external teams promptly and effectively.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Legal research

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Contracts Specialist to help prepare, review, and standardize routine contracts and related documents. You will support contract administration from onboarding to execution, collaborating with project teams to ensure compliance and consistency.

The role emphasizes drafting, review, and process implementation, with opportunities to advance in the Contract Specialist family. A strong eye for detail and effective communication are essential.