Senior Contracts Manager - Civil Construction (DOT Projects)

The Lane Construction Corporation; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lane Construction Corporation in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee subcontractor accounts, manage interim and final payments, and ensure compliance with contract terms for DOT and civil infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes meticulous contract administration, preparation of monthly statements, and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities for career growth within a respected national contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred).
• 10 years of contract management experience in construction industry and DOT projects strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the contracting process.
• Long term contract experience preferred.
• Construction experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates project work for interim and final payment.
• Identifies opportunities for extension of time and money claims and creates and quantifies the requests.
• Submits and follows up on requests for payment for: extensions of time, variations, disruption, claims and for all items for which the Lane is entitled.
• Manages the financial and contract administration of subcontractor accounts.
• Produces contractual correspondence, contractual notices, and provision of contractual advice on a routine basis.
• Directs, when appropriate, the preparation of the contractor’s monthly statement (including organizing records and measurement).
• Identifies and prices variations (including construction v tender drawing change review or revision of owner's requirements, as applicable).
• Prepares and obtains approval for the final measurement/account incl. statement at completion.
• With Corporate approval, requests engineer’s decision/determinations/DB submissions.
• Requests taking-over certificates for parts and the whole of the works.
• Monitors progress (incl. ensuring maintenance of planned v. actual).
• Organizes site document filing system according to guidelines.
• In conjunction with site management, ensures site records of resources and production are maintained.
• Mentors, coaches and provides feedback to Assistant Contract Managers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract management

Payment processing

Education

Bachelor's degree (Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred)

Job description

The Lane Construction Corporation in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee subcontractor accounts, manage interim and final payments, and ensure compliance with contract terms for DOT and civil infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes meticulous contract administration, preparation of monthly statements, and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities for career growth within a respected national contractor.