Conformance Specialist

Contract Conformance Specialist III

Location:

Duluth, MN | Contract Length: 12 Months

Reports to the SCM Core Projects Supervisor and supports assigned projects of elevated complexity.

• Complete project contracting strategies and ensure understanding of contract conformance requirements.
• Prepare work releases, contract agreements, exhibits, scopes, specifications, pricing documents, and special instructions.
• Draft and review technical contract language related to scope, pricing, requirements, and project-specific instructions.
• Coordinate with project management to incorporate functional requirements, contractor clarifications, and qualifications into final contract documents.
• Support contractor negotiations during contract bidding, formation, administration, and issue resolution.
• Develop contractor correspondence, documentation logs, contract records, and document control processes following company procedures.
• Review contractor submittals for contract compliance and coordinate communication of non‑compliance or deviations with the project team.
• Manage the change order process, including change order logs, change directives, contractor change requests, and approved change orders.
• Prepare agendas, facilitate contract‑related meetings, and document meeting notes between the company and contractors.
• Review contractor invoices for contractual compliance, route for approval, and monitor through payment.
• Coordinate service requisitions, contract closeout activities, compliance audit support, and resolution of contractual issues.

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering, construction, legal, technical, or business discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in legal, engineering, construction, or contract administration or contract conformance of construction related projects, preferably in the gas pipeline industry.
• Experience in contracting process and issues related to energy industry construction projects.
• Experience with intent, context, purpose and use of all documents typically included in or required by a contract.

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Base salary range for this position, dependent upon experience, qualifications, and skills, is estimated to be $45,000 - $50,000.

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