Contract Administrator Jobs in New York

A Contract Administrator in the construction industry is responsible for managing all contracts related to a specific project. This includes preparing, examining, proposing, and revising contracts that involve purchases of materials or services, leases, licenses, or other agreements. They ensure that all contracts are in compliance with legal requirements and company policies. Their role is crucial in coordinating the execution of contracts, monitoring their fulfillment, and documenting and communicating on any potential contract breaches.

Important skills for a Contract Administrator include strong attention to detail, excellent negotiation skills, and a deep understanding of contract law. They should preferably hold a degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), or Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) are considered beneficial in this role. Before becoming a Contract Administrator, a person may have roles such as a Contract Analyst, Procurement Specialist, or Project Coordinator in the construction industry.

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Admin for a general contractor

Responsibilities include Answering phones typing Purchase Orders and correspondance Doing submittals and transmittals sending our bid packages and collecting bids Help prepare bids and presentationsCommercial...

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Contract Manager Specialist - 60072675

  • State of Florida
  • Bohemia, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bohemia, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Requisition No: 876958 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: CONTRACT MANAGER SPECIALIST - 60072675 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60072675 Salary: $60,000.00 Posting Closing...

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Construction Administrator

  • John W. Danforth Company
  • Victor, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Victor, NY
  • 15 hours ago

This may include pre-planning, pre-construction, design, mobilization, construction, and closeout phases of each project....

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Senior Projects Contract Manager

  • Alstom
  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Req ID:520536 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and...

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Office Administrator Luxury General Contractor (NYC)

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

Manage day-to-day office operations Coordinate with project managers, subcontractors, and vendors Track contracts, change orders, insurance certificates, and permits Assist with billing, invoicing,...

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Estimator - General Contractor

  • Actalent
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Background working for a cost consultancy, quantity surveying firm, owner's representative, or construction management organization....

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Lead Contract Manager

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 3 days ago

Project contract management and risk administration including change orders, claim management, ability to develop and implement project claim strategy....

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Contract Specialist Level 2 (Contracting Services)

  • Metropolitan Transportation Authority
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link....

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Construction Admin

  • NY
  • 4 days ago
  • NY
  • 4 days ago

Active in communication with clients, managing submittal, transmittal, change order and associated logs. Experience: At least 4 years in a commercial construction office environment (preferred)....

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Sr. Contract Analyst

  • Premierinc
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Personal Information submitted will be processed in accordance with Premier's Employee and Job Applicant Privacy Notice, which includes additional information about your privacy rights....

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General Contractor(s) Needed for Research Interviews

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

un General Contractor(s) Needed for Research Interviews (NYC) compensation: $50 for 30 minutes A small research team is conducting a research study about the work habits of GENERAL CONTRACTORS:...

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Paid Interviews for GENERAL CONTRACTORS

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY
  • 6 days ago

un Paid Interviews for GENERAL CONTRACTORS (NYC) compensation: $50 per 30 minutes We are a small research team conducting a study about general contractors, with the goal of designing a new...

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Prime Contract Administrator

  • Bechtel
  • Clay, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Clay, NY
  • 7 days ago

, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling Must possess legal right to work in the US without sponsorship Required Knowledge and Skills: Experience...

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Contract Manager

  • Public Health Solutions
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 12 days ago

Company overview With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of...

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Construction Administrator

  • Actalent
  • Latham, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Latham, NY
  • 12 days ago

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Adobe Acrobat Experience with construction management software (Procore, Timberline, or similar) Working knowledge of construction documentation...

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Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Contract Administrator Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Contract Administrators in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.8%
High School or GED
16.0%
Master's Degree
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some College
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Contract Administrators in New York
4-6 years
45.4%
2-4 years
27.3%
6-8 years
9.1%
None
9.1%
1-2 years
4.6%
10+ years
4.6%


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