Contract and Change Administrator

WDF Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor Perini O&G Joint Venture is seeking a Contract & Change Administrator to support the Manhattan Jail Project in New York. This senior-level role leads contract administration, change management, compliance oversight, claims coordination, and project closeout activities while serving as a key advisor to project and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of contract administration on large, complex construction projects, strong experience with public-sector contracts,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 10+ years of contract administration experience on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong experience with public-sector contracts and contract compliance.
• Procore and advanced Excel proficiency; strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract administration, notices, approvals, and correspondence.
• Manage change orders, modifications, and extra work authorizations.
• Oversee compliance, insurance, bonds, and payment documentation.
• Coordinate claims, risk assessments, and dispute resolution.
• Lead contract closeout activities, warranties, and retainage release.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Law, Finance, or related field

Tools

Procore

Excel

Job description

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future***
• NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION***

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future***
• NO STAFFING AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION***

The expected salary range for this position is160,000 - $240,000 depending upon experience.

Tutor Perini O&G Joint Venture is the company selected to execute construction of the Manhattan Jail Project in New York. Tutor Perini O&G JV is seeking a Contract and Change Administrator to join the project in Manhattan, NY.

About Manhattan Jail Project

Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance

The $3.8B project scope includes design and construction of a new state-of-the-art facility that will have dedicated space for on-site services and programming, indoor and outdoor recreation, food services, staff offices and facilities, amenities, below-grade accessory parking, and a secured entry.

The new facility will contain 1,040 beds and provide 125 accessory parking spaces below grade for all staff and service providers. In addition, the facility will provide 20,000 square feet of community and commercial space on the ground floor.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

Description

We are seeking an experienced Contract & Change Administrator to support a major public construction project in New York City. This senior-level position will lead contract administration, change management, compliance oversight, claims coordination, and project closeout activities while serving as a key advisor to project and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring deep experience administering large, complex construction contracts and managing contractual risk throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration

• Manage contract controls, notices, approvals, directives, and contractual correspondence.
• Track contract obligations, milestones, deadlines, and critical deliverables.
• Maintain accurate and auditable contract documentation and records.

Change Management

• Administer change orders, modifications, allowances, and extra work authorizations.
• Evaluate entitlement, pricing, schedule impacts, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain change logs and provide reporting on status, exposure, and funding impacts.
• Coordinate approval, audit, and execution processes for contract changes.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor contractor compliance with contractual, regulatory, and project-specific requirements.
• Verify required insurance, bonds, certifications, and payment documentation.
• Review subcontract and consultant agreements for proper contractual flow-down requirements.
• Support audits, investigations, and agency information requests.

Claims & Dispute Resolution

• Manage claims, relief events, schedule extension requests, and dispute documentation.
• Analyze entitlement and contractual compliance issues.
• Provide contract interpretation, risk assessments, and recommendations to project leadership.

Project Closeout

• Lead contract closeout activities, including completion documentation, warranties, retainage release, and final contract administration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Law, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of contract administration experience on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong experience with public-sector construction contracts and contract compliance.
• Demonstrated expertise in change order management, claims administration, and risk mitigation.
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts, insurance, bonds, and payment processes.
• Experience reviewing cost proposals, schedule impacts, and entitlement analyses.
• Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel.
• Strong communication, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on large public infrastructure or design-build projects.
• Familiarity with New York City or New York State public contracting requirements.
• Experience with CCIP/OCIP programs, prevailing wage compliance, M/WBE programs, and labor agreements.
• Knowledge of public-sector claims management and dispute resolution.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer