COWI A/S
Contract Manager, for COWI in North America New York, NY Application Deadline 30
COWI A/S, New York, New York, us, 10261
Contract Manager, for COWI in North America
Do you want to join one of the reputable engineering consulting companies, creating value for customers, people, and societies worldwide? Are you skilled in navigating time-sensitive settings while managing multiple and competing deadlines? And can you bring the professionalism and experience needed to operate effectively at a senior level? Then this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career.
Contribute to an environment where communities and individuals can thrive
We are looking for a Senior Contract Specialist to join our team. You are going to work closely with a team of experts on some of North America’s most significant projects. And we are pleased to have contributed to projects like the Fargo‑Moorhead Flood Diversion in Fargo, ND, the Potomac River Crossing in Washington, DC, and the Van Sinderen Avenue Streetscape Improvements in Brooklyn, NY.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Administer the prime project agreement and any other subconsultant and partnership agreements using best practice contract management processes
Review all project contract documentation and identify project risks, compliance issues and cost concerns and implement appropriate actions
Prepare, assess, and negotiate changes, claims, and disputes
Communicate and liaise with client representatives on all project contract issues
Support, advise, and guide the internal project team with respect to all contract matters
Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.
The first step to growth in this role is that you are keen to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.
On top of that, you will have:
A bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, construction management or related discipline
Experience on large scale multi-disciplinary design build projects or progressive design builds
A minimum 15 years' experience in a similar contract administration role or equivalent (Experience in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industry is considered an asset)
A professional designation with the International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) or similar professional entity is considered an asset
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to travel across North America to support projects on an as needed basis (visit site locations, teams, and clients) (0-15%)
A place to work and so much more
At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. We support our customers’ transition towards increased sustainability. We strive to lead by example by embedding environmental management, social responsibility, and good governance into our business practices and the options we provide to our customers.
We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.
With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 7,500 people who bring their skills in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.
What we also offer:
Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.
Some of our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 3 weeks’ vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | 401K contribution matching with generous company match | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events
Base compensation: $140,000 to $170,000 for New York location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set and/or location.
Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we aim to accomplish, and what life is like at COWI.
Equal opportunity employer
COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please click on this link for more information.
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Contribute to an environment where communities and individuals can thrive
We are looking for a Senior Contract Specialist to join our team. You are going to work closely with a team of experts on some of North America’s most significant projects. And we are pleased to have contributed to projects like the Fargo‑Moorhead Flood Diversion in Fargo, ND, the Potomac River Crossing in Washington, DC, and the Van Sinderen Avenue Streetscape Improvements in Brooklyn, NY.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Administer the prime project agreement and any other subconsultant and partnership agreements using best practice contract management processes
Review all project contract documentation and identify project risks, compliance issues and cost concerns and implement appropriate actions
Prepare, assess, and negotiate changes, claims, and disputes
Communicate and liaise with client representatives on all project contract issues
Support, advise, and guide the internal project team with respect to all contract matters
Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.
The first step to growth in this role is that you are keen to collaborate with the people around you, whether they are colleagues, partners or customers. Developing ties with others is something you do by acting respectfully and delivering on your promises. And you never get set in your ways but keep exploring new insights and ways to improve.
On top of that, you will have:
A bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, construction management or related discipline
Experience on large scale multi-disciplinary design build projects or progressive design builds
A minimum 15 years' experience in a similar contract administration role or equivalent (Experience in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction industry is considered an asset)
A professional designation with the International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) or similar professional entity is considered an asset
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to travel across North America to support projects on an as needed basis (visit site locations, teams, and clients) (0-15%)
A place to work and so much more
At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. We support our customers’ transition towards increased sustainability. We strive to lead by example by embedding environmental management, social responsibility, and good governance into our business practices and the options we provide to our customers.
We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.
With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 7,500 people who bring their skills in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.
What we also offer:
Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.
Some of our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 3 weeks’ vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | 401K contribution matching with generous company match | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events
Base compensation: $140,000 to $170,000 for New York location only. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, skill set and/or location.
Get to know us even better at our website, www.cowi.com, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we aim to accomplish, and what life is like at COWI.
Equal opportunity employer
COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, COWI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please click on this link for more information.
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