Contract Specialist

M. J. Electric; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

LifeLock Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

M. J. Electric is seeking a Contract Specialist to join our team in Michigan. You will support contract lifecycle management, ensure compliance with relevant laws, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate legal risk.

The ideal candidate will have a JD or legal training, a minimum of 3 years in contract administration or construction law, and strong written and verbal communication skills. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field required; JD or legal training strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract administration, legal affairs, or construction law.
• Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and service agreements.
• Collaborate with Quanta Legal and Risk teams to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide guidance on lien rights, insurance requirements, and bonding provisions.
• Monitor contract performance and support resolution of disputes or claims.
• Maintain accurate records of contract documents, amendments, and correspondence.
• Support internal teams with contract interpretation and risk assessment.
• Assist in developing contract templates and process improvements.
• Participate in training initiatives related to contract compliance and legal awareness.

Skills

Contract management

Legal knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Construction Management or related field

Juris Doctor (JD) or legal training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management systems

Job description

About Us

For over 60 years, M. J. Electric, LLC, a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer's electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.

MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.

We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry-leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren't just applying for job, you are building a career.

About this Role - Contract Specialist

We are looking for a talented Contract Specialist that has a passion for quality construction. The Contract Specialist plays a critical role in supporting contract lifecycle management across M. J. Electric's operations. This position ensures contractual compliance, mitigates legal risk, and facilitates effective coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners. Ideal candidates will bring legal training or a Juris Doctor (JD), with the ability to interpret contract law and contribute to strategic decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, and service agreements in alignment with company standards and legal requirements.


• Collaborate with Quanta Legal and Risk teams to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.


• Provide guidance on lien rights, insurance requirements, and bonding provisions.


• Monitor contract performance and support resolution of disputes or claims.


• Maintain accurate records of contract documents, amendments, and correspondence.


• Support internal teams with contract interpretation and risk assessment.


• Assist in developing contract templates and process improvements.


• Participate in training initiatives related to contract compliance and legal awareness.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field required; JD or legal training strongly preferred.


• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract administration, legal affairs, or construction law.


• Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and risk mitigation strategies.


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.

What You'll Get

• 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)


• Paid Holidays and PTO


• Medical, Dental, and Vision


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Health Savings Account


• Accident Insurance


• Hospital Indemnity Insurance


• Critical Illness Insurance


• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection


• Employee Discounts


• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Work Environment

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position over 50% of the time


• Requires occasionally moving about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.


• Continuously operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, scanner, and computer printer


• Occasionally lifting up to 20 pounds

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