Construction Contract Lead * Work from home

Job Overview

Oversee complex activities pertaining to contract development, selection and award, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and client specifications. Manage relationships with third‑party suppliers, vendors, consultants, and contractors. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

• Develop, conduct, and evaluate RFP's (requests for proposal) as requested by RES Construction Project Managers.
• Draft, manage and complete construction and related contracts.
• Red‑line and negotiate terms within established guidelines to mitigate contractual risk.
• Serve as the key contact person to coordinate matters between the legal department, construction and risk management teams.
• Coordinating project‑specific title policies and title policy endorsements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist with negotiation of contract terms.
• Track deadlines, contract deliverables and receivables.

Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Construction experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work under tight deadlines with expeditious multi‑tasking.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to efficiently proofread/edit documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of bidding processes, contract terminology, liens, and invoicing.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional client service.
• Ability and willingness to learn, cross‑train and work as a team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Physical requirements are those present in normal office environment conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and office equipment for sustained periods of time. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000. The American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and a comparison to other employees already in this role.

We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location and experience.

Our comprehensive package includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO:
  Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance:
  Short‑Term and Long‑Term
• Service Awards and recognition

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.