Senior Paralegal, Construction Contract Administration

Addison Group; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Paralegal – Contract Administration to join our client's Legal Department in Bowie, MD. This role owns the full contract lifecycle from preparation to closeout and requires independent work with counsel as needed.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction contract administration, hands-on experience with subcontracts, MSAs, NDAs, and change orders, and strong organizational skills. On-site role with opportunities to contribute to compliant, efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate preferred; related degrees considered
• 5+ years in construction contract administration
• Experience reviewing subcontracts, MSAs, NDAs, and change orders
• Ability to identify missing information and escalate to counsel

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts through the full lifecycle from pre-award to closeout
• Support attorney with drafting, reviewing, organizing, and executing contracts
• Review and coordinate subcontracts, MSAs, amendments, NDAs, and purchase agreements
• Identify missing information, deadlines, obligations, and issues for attorney review
• Maintain organized contract files and legal documentation
• Monitor contract deadlines, renewals, and milestones
• Coordinate with project teams, operations, procurement, finance, and counsel
• Prepare contract summaries and related legal documentation
• Track insurance, bonding, licensing, and compliance requirements
• Assist with templates, workflows, and legal documentation
• Conduct legal research and provide general paralegal support
• Maintain confidentiality and escalate sensitive issues to counsel

Skills

Paralegal experience

Contract administration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Associate/Bachelor in Paralegal Studies

Tools

Vista

Timberline

Microsoft Office

Job description

Addison Group is seeking a Paralegal – Contract Administration to join our client's Legal Department in Bowie, MD. This role owns the full contract lifecycle from preparation to closeout and requires independent work with counsel as needed.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction contract administration, hands-on experience with subcontracts, MSAs, NDAs, and change orders, and strong organizational skills. On-site role with opportunities to contribute to compliant, efficient workflows.