Civil Engineer IV - Construction Contracts Analyst

Overview

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is seeking a detail-oriented and forward-thinking individual to fill the role of Construction Contracts Analyst within our eConstruction Section. This is a full-time, office-based position located in Berlin, VT, with the option for telework flexibility.

This newly created position will play a critical role in enhancing the quality, clarity, and efficiency of contracts, plans, and associated documents for highway and rail construction projects. It directly supports the successful delivery of over $200 million in projects annually through contract data analysis, constructability, contract documents reviews, and eConstruction innovation. By improving the accuracy and clarity of contract documents, identifying risks early in the project lifecycle, and advancing digital solutions, this role directly supports the Agency's ability to deliver high-quality projects. Identify potential contract document challenges and opportunities for cost savings, schedule optimization, and quality enhancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Using data collected, identify areas in the contract document that correlate with the greatest number of overruns, underruns, and change orders
• Perform quarterly and ad hoc queries and generate reports to support decision-making and operational activities
• Track and report metrics by establishing and maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs) related to contract documents issues, resolutions, and their impact on project schedule and costs
• Maintain data integrity and documentation to ensure accurate documentation of identified issues, recommendations, and outcomes for future project reference and organizational learning
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of construction documents, models, and plans to assess feasibility, sequencing, and potential issues that could impact construction activities
• Work closely with project managers, estimators, and design teams to communicate findings, provide feedback, and support decision-making related to constructability
• Assist in the creation and continuous improvement of internal constructability review checklists, standards, and best practices informed by data analysis
• Provide data-driven feedback during the preconstruction and design phases to influence project development and execution strategies
• Use data insights to identify alternative construction methods, materials, or sequencing approaches that improve constructability and project value

If data drives you and you have a keen eye for construction documentation, this is a unique opportunity to make an impact. In this role, you'll be part of a growing and innovative eConstruction team committed to modernizing project delivery through data-informed decision-making, digital tools, and collaborative problem-solving. Whether identifying patterns in contract inconsistencies, recommending document enhancements, or driving initiatives that streamline workflows, your work will play a crucial role in enhancing clarity, mitigating risk, and fostering long-term efficiency and accountability.

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