Contract Administrator
Job Description
Location: Aurora, IL
Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Bonus
Pay: $60,000-$80,000
Job Summary:
• Our client who is a leader in the construction industry is seeking a Contract Administrator to join their team. This role involves managing contracts throughout their life-cycle. From inception to compliance and ensuring alignment with both company policies and legal standards. The Contract Administrator is responsible for reviewing contractual documents to ensure compliance with company policies, departmental specifications, and master agreements. The ideal candidate has previous experience managing contracts, identifying high risk contract language, and is familiar with legal requirements.
Job Duties:
• Coordinates the daily administration of contracts and subcontracts with the project team
• Collaborate with senior management to structure contracts effectively
• Track all contracts from receipt to full execution and facilitate business and legal approvals; proactively follow up with approvers during contract life cycle. Ensure contracts are submitted through the correct workflow.
• Review of contracts for compliance with company policy, legal requirements and regulations identifying and mitigating any risks associated with contracts.
• Analyze contracts and review/redline contractual documents, terms, and conditions.
• Prepare and disseminate information to appropriate team members regarding contract status
• Assist with contract negotiations, as appropriate
• Generate and maintain contract compliance documents throughout the life-cycle of each contract (to include all contract correspondence, amendments, payment schedules, insurance requirements)
Qualifications:
• Coordinates the daily administration of contracts and subcontracts with the project team
• Collaborate with senior management to structure contracts effectively
• Track all contracts from receipt to full execution and facilitate business and legal approvals; proactively follow up with approvers during contract life cycle. Ensure contracts are submitted through the correct workflow.
• Review of contracts for compliance with company policy, legal requirements and regulations identifying and mitigating any risks associated with contracts.
• Analyze contracts and review/redline contractual documents, terms, and conditions.
• Prepare and disseminate information to appropriate team members regarding contract status
• Assist with contract negotiations, as appropriate
• Generate and maintain contract compliance documents throughout the life-cycle of each contract (to include all contract correspondence, amendments, payment schedules, insurance requirements)
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Meet Your Recruiter

Kellie Miller
Kellie Miller is a dedicated Technical Recruiter specializing in the Commercial Division. With a commendable 6-year career in recruitment, Kellie's passion for building meaningful connections with candidates sets her apart in the talent acquisition landscape.
As a Technical Recruiter in the Commercial Division, Kellie's understanding of industry intricacies empowers her to expertly connect candidates with positions that align with their experiences, skills, and aspirations. Her commitment to assessing qualifications and understanding each candidate's unique journeys and goals makes her a trusted partner in their career endeavors.
What Kellie enjoys most about her role is the art of connecting with people. She derives immense satisfaction from building relationships with candidates, delving into their experiences, exploring their skill sets, and uncovering their aspirations. Her genuine interest in each candidate's professional journey is the cornerstone of her approach.
Kellie's advice to job seekers reflects her dedication to thorough preparation. She encourages candidates to invest time in comprehensive research before applying or interviewing. This includes understanding the company, digging into the specifics of the role they're applying for, and critically assessing their skills and experiences. Kellie believes that such preparation allows candidates to showcase their qualifications effectively and demonstrates their genuine interest in the position.