Contract Administrator - Level 1

Barnhill Contracting Company; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Employee Programs

Job summary

Barnhill Contracting Company seeks aContracts and Administration support professional to assist across division-level contracts and administration. You will aid corporate leadership in risk management, bonding, and accounting while ensuring project goals align with Barnhill’s mission and values.

Ideal candidates hold an accounting degree or equivalent experience, have at least 2 years in accounting, and possess an NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 2 years of accounting experience.
• NC Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Develop a knowledge base of project administration duties (subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, insurances, pay applications, lower tier waivers, etc.).
• Learn to effectively manage the administrative tasks of the prequalification process (plan room, master list tracking, prequalification forms).
• Collaborate with mentors to learn implementation and maintenance of safe working conditions and to ensure that team members are working to their highest efficiencies to meet project timelines.
• Coordinate employee personnel paperwork (expense reports, car allowances, vehicle mileage reports, drug tests, new employee paperwork).
• Perform clerical administrative duties as required.
• Provide ad hoc reports for senior level management as requested.

Skills

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Spectrum

Independent work

Relationship building

Emotional intelligence

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Equivalent work experience considered

Tools

Driver License (NC)

Job description

Company Overview: Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors. Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Assist in all aspects of Contracts and Administration for the division. Support Corporate Leadership in aspects of Risk Management, Bonding and Accounting. Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop a knowledge base of project administration duties (subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, insurances, pay applications, lower tier waivers, etc.).
• Learn to effectively manage the administrative tasks of the prequalification process (plan room, master list tracking, prequalification forms).
• Collaborate with mentors to learn implementation and maintenance of safe working conditions and to ensure that team members are working to their highest efficiencies to meet project timelines.
• Coordinate employee personnel paperwork (expense reports, car allowances, vehicle mileage reports, drug tests, new employee paperwork).
• Perform clerical administrative duties as required.
• Provide ad hoc reports for senior level management as requested.

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in the field of accounting or an equivalent combination of work experience preferred.
• 2 years of accounting experience.
• NC Driver License.

Tasks Essential to Job Functions:

• Daily Commitment to Barnhill's values: Commitment - Individual ownership to achieve team success
• Family - Sense of belonging
• Integrity - Uncompromising character that earns trust and respect
• Learning and development - Investing in employees to enable their long-term success
• Diversity - Open and adaptable to a changing world
• Computer Skills: Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint Spectrum
• Personal Skills: Ability to work independently.
• Ability to build strong working relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and establish a proactive approach to Values Based Leadership.
• Understanding of best practices.
• High level of emotional intelligence.
• Conflict management skills.
• Open ended and probing questioning skills.

What We Offer:

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne (EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America
• Health & Wellness – Four Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC medical plans, plus Principal dental and vision coverage. Save $600 yearly with your annual physical.
• PTO/Weather & Night Pay – All full-time employees receive paid holidays and PTO. Field Staff also receive weather and nightshift pay (conditions apply).
• Retirement Savings – Barnhill offers 401(k) with Traditional/Roth options and a Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Employee Programs – We support your life and career through a Financial Wellness Program, Corporate Chaplains, E4E (Employee for Employee) Grants and Volunteer Assistance, Scholarships, Referral Incentives and more.
• Leadership & Development – Barnhill provides career growth through Values-Based Leadership initiatives, Mentorship opportunities, Values in Action Awards, Equipment Training, Emerging Leaders, Leadership Academy, and more.
• Internship Programs – Barnhill also offers summer internships where students can learn and grow with boots-on-the-ground, real experience.

Company Culture

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Barnhill is an equal opportunity employer.

Mission:

We are a family of builders, creating solutions that enable our partners to succeed, our communities to thrive and our employees to grow.

Vision:

Barnhill will be the best place to work and build a meaningful career as our company continues to develop a highly engaged, high performing workforce while maintaining our core values.

Values:

We embrace the following values: commitment, family, integrity, learning and development, and diversity.

Company Background:

Barnhill was founded in 1949 by Robert E. Barnhill, Sr., using surplus army equipment and machinery purchased from the government after WWII. Our company’s success is built on the values of our founder who strongly believed in the power of people. Our roots run deep and his passion for people still drives us today. Barnhill is a full-service construction company offering services in commercial building, site development, asphalt paving and asphalt manufacturing. Humble, honest and hard-working, our projects are guaranteed to be stamped with the Barnhill Built reputation for quality and commitment.

Working at Barnhill:

When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of one big family. Your success is our success and is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. We believe in working hard, hitting and beating deadlines, and serving our communities. We can’t do any of that without you.