Paralegal - Construction Contracts & Compliance

Henkels-; Whitpain Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MasTec Power Delivery is seeking a paralegal to manage and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.

You will review, redline, and negotiate upstream and downstream construction contracts, NDAs, and vendor agreements, coordinate insurance and bonds, and assist with dispute resolution and subpoenas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 2-4 years of contract administration and review, preferably in construction/engineering.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support operations with contracts and all items incident to contracts.
• Review, redline, and negotiate customer construction contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and credit applications.
• Ensure compliance with customer insurance and bonding requirements.
• Evaluate and facilitate dispute resolution.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

MS Office Suite

Contract management software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract management software

Job description

Overview

As one of the nation's leading electric transmission line construction companies,MasTec Power Deliverycompanies engineer and construct efficient and reliable electrical transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard systems. Our extensive workforce includes both union and nonunion teams, which, combined with our specialized equipment fleet, allows us to effectively meet our clients' needs for power delivery, emergency restoration, and ongoing maintenance. We've been involved in some of the most challenging and recognizable electric projects across the U.S. From the electric plant to the end users, MasTec's experienced managers and crews consistently deliver transmission, distribution, and substation & switchyard services with an unfailing commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainable practices.

MasTec Power Delivery is a purpose-driven organization. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Power Delivery is a segment of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

The paralegal position manages and administers contracts to ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards. This role supports operations with contracting needs including reviewing, redlining, and negotiating upstream and downstream construction contracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and credit applications, as well as requesting related insurance and bonds. The position may also involve dispute resolution and negotiation, as well as coordinating responses to subpoenas and other legal documents. The ideal candidate is a paralegal with a background in utility construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support operations with contracts and all items incident to contracts.
• Review, redline, and negotiate customer construction contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, and credit applications.
• Ensure compliance with customer insurance and bonding requirements.
• Evaluate and facilitate dispute resolution.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in contract administration and review, ideally within a construction, engineering, or project-based environment.
• Skills:
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: A Paralegal certificate is preferred
• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience within the construction or engineering industry is highly desirable.