Contracts Administrator I

BGE, Inc. is a nationwide engineering consulting firm that provides services in civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, survey and environmental services for public and private clients. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to include outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, career mapping and highly competitive time away from work programs to include, remote work, dependent care and flexible Fridays.Description:Contract administrator oversees and manages the administrative process related to construction contracts for the Land Development Department. This includes but is not limited to preparing bid documents, advertising bids, conducting bid openings and tabulating bids, administering contracts and maintaining records. A successful Contract Administrator will demonstrate a strong attention to detail associated with the preparation and execution of construction contract documents. Additional responsibilities may include assisting other departments and outside offices with construction contract preparation and bids as needed and assisting the Land Development Department Administrative Assistant as necessary.List of Responsibilities:Advertising ProjectsPreparing Bid Documents for biddingCivCast (Maintenance and updates of BGE Jobs)Issuing AddendaReceiving Bids, Bid Opening, Preparation of Bid Tabulations & AwardingPreparation of Contract Documents to the awarded contractorCirculating contracts for executionFinal Distribution of Executed ContractsPreparing submittals to the Texas Commission on Environmental QualityOther Administrative duties, as required (Deliveries, Scanning, and Organizing files)Requirements:Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.Must be very detail-oriented and able to prioritize and schedule workload demands from numerous sources, demonstrate a thorough knowledge of office procedures, and work well with deadlines.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Intermediate knowledge of PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.Prefer previous experience in a Civil Engineering environment.Some administrative and/or contract administrator experience preferred, but not required.BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.