Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street.
Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.
Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.
The Prime Contracts Administrator is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders on contractual claims and contractual management.
LOCATIONThis position is based in Lake Charles, LA.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Administration and Supervision of contract and commercial functions.
- Track key contract milestones, deliverables, and renewal dates to ensure timely action.
- Commercial and contractual advice to Managers and project team.
- Development and implementation of commercial and contractual management procedures.
- Preparing contractual analysis of any issue to support project team.
- Drafting contractual communications to the Client.
- Risk identification and mitigation of all commercial risks.
- Commercial reporting and analysis of financial position of the project.
- Prepare, review, and coordinate progress payment certificates.
- Training and development of commercial and project staff.
- Support, when required, to Subcontract and Procurement.
- Work closely with legal, finance, and project teams to address contract issues and discrepancies.
- Coordinate and communicate with Third-Party companies to negotiate agreement.
- Ensure compliance with all contractual agreements related to federal, and state laws, particularly applicable Occupational Health & Safety Acts/Construction Safety Act regulations and environmental requirements in coordination with Prime Contract Manager and Legal Counsel.
- Participate in initiatives to enhance contract management processes.
- Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Performing all tasks in timely manner.
- Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
- Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
- Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
- Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
- Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime and work additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
At a minimum, the Prime Contracts Administrator must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, construction management, or equivalent field of study, along with 5+ years of construction related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project or a high school diploma, or equivalent, along with 9+ years of construction related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project. Experience with Design Build Contracts is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSSelect one the following for the each of the items listed below:
- N (Not Applicable) – Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
- O (Occasionally) – Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time or 0 – 2.5+ hours/day.
- F (Frequently) – Occupation requires this activity from 33%–66% of the time or 2.5–5.5+ hours/day.
- C (Constantly) – Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time or 5.5+ hours/day.
Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, construction management, or an equivalent field, plus 5 or more years of construction-related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project
- Alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent, plus 9 or more years of construction-related commercial and contractual management experience on a major civil project
- Experience with design-build contracts
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to changing programs and processes
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal interactions with customers, employees, vendors, and other stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
What We Do
Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the 5.5 miles of reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches between I-210 West End and Ryan Street. LBB will implement a ‘free flow’ toll and remove the existing bridge. The new infrastructure will be built with environmentally friendly construction techniques to minimize the impact on the Lake Charles area. The bridge, which is part of the I-10 interstate highway and is the largest project in the history of the LADOTD, will replace the 70-year-old existing crossing, dramatically increase capacity, reduce congestion, improve travel times, and increase safety for Louisiana, the wider national interstate highway network, and the 70,000+ cars and trucks that use it daily. The final design, intended to preserve and recognize the heritage of the historic bridge, will be determined in cooperation with the LADOTD and the local community.
