Sr. Contracts Administrator

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Louisiana Bridge Builders (LBB) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana, for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for reconstructing the interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5‑mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street.

LBB offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance when required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and more.

The Senior Contracts Administrator leads comprehensive contract and subcontract management for LBB, including independently negotiating and executing complex subcontracts, resolving disputes and claims with subcontractors, mentoring junior contract staff, and ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual obligations. This senior‑level position requires extensive technical contract expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage high‑value, complex construction contracts with minimal supervision.

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of complex contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, purchase agreements, and service agreements with minimal oversight.
• Independently manage subcontracts post‑award through execution, administration, and closeout in alignment with prime contract requirements.
• Draft, review, and manage complex correspondence with subcontractors and other parties, including formal notices, dispute letters, requests for information, change orders, and communications regarding contract performance, compliance, and legal matters.
• Lead the administration and resolution of claims with subcontractors, including analyzing entitlement and quantum, coordinating with project teams and legal counsel, preparing detailed responses and position papers, negotiating settlements, and recommending litigation/arbitration strategies when necessary.
• Monitor and evaluate subcontractor performance, compliance with contract terms, and adherence to project schedules and quality standards, taking corrective action and escalating critical issues to senior management.
• Oversee insurance requirements for subcontractors and major contracts, including certificate of insurance tracking, compliance verification, liaison with insurance providers, and evaluation of coverage adequacy and risk exposure.
• Review, analyze, and process complex subcontractor change orders, ensuring proper documentation, approval workflows, cost/schedule impact analysis, and alignment with prime contract change management procedures.
• Proactively track key contract milestones, deliverables, and renewal dates to ensure timely action and prevent contractual defaults.
• Lead compliance audits by ensuring contracts align with company policies and regulations and develop corrective action plans for identified deficiencies.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate progress payment certificates, ensuring alignment with project milestones and contract terms, and collaborate with finance and project teams to verify payment schedules, amounts, and approvals.
• Maintain accurate records of payments and ensure documentation is audit ready, and maintain organized records of contracts, subcontracts, amendments, and related correspondence in the contract management system.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on contract status, upcoming renewals, risk exposure, and financial impacts for senior management and executive leadership.
• Serve as primary liaison with legal, procurement, finance, and project teams to address complex contract issues and discrepancies and respond promptly to inquiries from internal and external parties regarding contract terms and obligations.
• Proactively identify potential risks within contracts, conduct risk assessments, and develop and implement appropriate mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with approval workflows throughout the contract lifecycle.
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