Junior Site Contracts Administrator

Hatch; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Junior Site Contracts Administrator to support a project in Valmy, NV, with the home office in Salt Lake City, UT. The role is primarily in‑office with some remote flexibility and requires coordination within the Project Delivery Group.

The successful candidate will engage in contract administration, change control, payments, and documentation, with opportunities to learn EPCM processes across large construction sites.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon‑to‑be graduates with relevant skills, little or no professional experience.
• Preferred associate's or bachelor degree in business administration, management, accounting, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Contractual change control related to cost and time.
• Programme monitoring and progress meetings.
• Payment certification and cash flow forecast.
• Claims administration.
• Develop, process and implement contractual documents and change notices promptly.
• Administrate contracts per general terms and conditions.
• Maintain contract registers per project instructions.
• Drive deliverables and inputs from quantity surveyors.
• Management of bonds/guarantees and close‑out.

Skills

Contract administration

Document control

Change management

Procurement processes

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Career Opportunities: Junior Site Contracts Administrator (102158)

Requisition ID102158-Posted09/25/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world‑class project delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry‑leading efficiencies, our best‑in‑class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Site Contracts Administrator. Reporting to the Project Delivery Group, you will be assigned to support a project in Valmy, NV, but your home office location will be Salt Lake City, UT.

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

At Hatch, we greatly value in‑person interaction and collaboration and are therefore an in‑office environment. While flexibility is always provided to work remotely when needed, we encourage our teams to be in the office for most of the time. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

Hatch will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Qualifications:

• Roles at this level are filled by recent or soon to be university/college graduates with little or no professional experience but possessing relevant skills
• Preferred associate's or bachelor’ degree in business administration, management and supervision, accounting, engineering, or relevant discipline
• Minimum of a cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Contractual change control relating to cost and time
• Programme monitoring and progress meetings
• Payment certification and cash flow forecast
• Claims administration
• Develop, process and implement contractual documents and change notices in a timely manner
• Administrate contracts in accordance with general requirements of contractual terms and conditions
• Maintain various contract registers and as per project specific instructions
• Drive the deliverables and inputs as required from the quantity surveyors
• Management of bonds/guarantees
• Close-out

You bring to the role:

• Extensive experience in an EPCM project environment on capital projects specifically in the administration of construction and services contracts.
• Contracts/Legal relating training.
• Experience with drafting and execution of commercial terms and conditions and an understanding of accompanying legal implications.
• Experience working on large construction sites.
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes and corporate governance principles
• Relevant tertiary qualification will be highly regarded
• Willingness to travel and work onsite (including remote locations)
• Previous co-op or internship experience is an asset

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Adapts and embraces change

Requirements for all sectors:

• To live our manifesto. Our vision and values that set us apart from our competition, put our planet first, and make each day a step toward positive change. Read more here: Hatch Manifesto
• Perform assignments related to your sector
• Assist with preparation of detailed design for projects
• Support preparation of drawings from detailed notes and specifications
• Coordination with other technicians/engineers on projects
• Provide support to Senior Engineers and Designers as and when needed
• Ability to apply your skills to challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects, while working alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people
• An exciting work environment in a constantly evolving industry
• The opportunity to receive excellent mentorship from industry experts
• Challenging career with countless opportunities
• Stability and consistency – you are joining the Hatch team and family to grow your career in a way that suites you best
• Expected growth at Hatch:
• You will be ableto learnabout the different sectors, processes,peopleand culture thatdrivesour business
• You will learn from others and develop relationships with your managers, colleagues,etc.
• Growth in our communities locally, but also thinking globally
• Company gatherings, happy hours, socialinteraction to build strong work relationships
• Regional networking

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.