Job Information
Woodruff Construction, LLC Contract Administrator in Iowa City, Iowa
About Us:
Woodruff Construction is a general contractor founded in 1956 which offers award-winning design-build, construction management and project development services to clients across Iowa, with offices in Ames, Fort Dodge, Iowa City, Spencer and Waterloo. Our team not only strives to achieve our clients' goals and visions, but to also provide them with an enjoyable building experience.
We provide a dynamic environment where each individual is challenged to be his or her best, and we are continually searching for qualified professionals to join our team. Woodruff is committed to employing a diverse workforce and encourages those with a wide range of backgrounds to inquire about our job opportunities. Build your future with us.
Current Opening:
Woodruff Construction is looking for an Contract Administrator out of its Iowa City, Iowa area office. The Contract Administrator oversees the administration, coordination, and management of construction contracts to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements. This role serves as a liaison between project stakeholders, including contractors, clients, and internal teams, and ensures that all contractual obligations are met effectively.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, related field
3+ years of experience in contract administration, paralegal, construction management, Project Coordinator or Administrative related role.
Familiarity with construction project workflows and documentation a plus
Knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., AIA, FIDIC) a plus
Knowledge of legal terms a plus
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Detail-oriented with problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Benefits:
At Woodruff, We attribute our success to the investment and retention of our quality employees. Our firm values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive salary with project performance based bonuses
Generous health insurance benefits
$1000 30-day Stay-On Bonus
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Bereavement leave
Dental insurance
Basic life insurance
Flexible spending account
401K retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education
Direct payroll deposit
Employee assistance program
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