Contract Administrator
Bureau Veritas Group
The Mission
A Contract Administrator is responsible for managing and reviewing business contracts and proposals. Their duties include negotiating contract terms and conditions with vendors, suppliers, and partners to optimize risk allocation and protect the company's interests, analyzing potential risks involved with certain contract agreements, and helping the business teams better understand the information outlined in the contracts. The Contract Administrator will work independently and collaborate with internal legal counsel in this role.
Definition of Success
The success of this role will be defined by:
- Providing effective support to the business teams in negotiating contracts
- Assisting legal counsel in revising and drafting company standard contract templates
- Ensuring compliance with the company's contracting procedures
Competencies
The Contract Administrator must possess the following competencies to be successful in this role:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work on complex projects or initiatives with attention to critical details
- Proactive in reaching out to peers and cooperating with supervisors
- Adaptability to quickly adjust to changing priorities and conditions
- Ability to cope effectively with complexity
- Proficiency in contract management software and tools
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3-5 years of experience negotiating complex contracts, preferably in the construction or engineering industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
