Contract Administrator (m/w/d)

Job Description

Eversource is looking for a Contract Administrator located in Westwood, MA. This person will be responsible for all contract matters relative to specific contracts, from initial planning through project execution and contract closeout for various Business capital projects. Develop and maintain relationships with contractors and monitor the overall management of the contracts. Monitor and evaluate contractor performance. The individual will act as a liaison to the Procurement Department. Ensure continuity and follow-up on the proper execution and charges for contracted work.

Essential Functions

• Working with Project Managers and Procurement, develops contract requirements relative to specific contracts, defines capital contractor performance expectations in conjunction with Project Management and Project Engineering, negotiates with vendors and monitors contract compliance.
• Provides administration of contracts including review of rates, schedule of values etc. Works with Project Managers on contract strategy for managing risks and claims.
• Participates on negotiating committees to establish contract structure, price, terms and conditions and other pertinent contract conditions.
• Communicates and coordinates (is the primary interface) with project managers, project engineers, and other project team members, on contract, RFP, RFQ related matters.
• Builds and maintains vendor relationships.
• Establishes and executes a strong scope control process to contain out-of-scope charges.
• Tracks errors, problems, reworks and aggressively pursues back charges and warranty claims.
• Carefully monitors the contractor’s subcontracting process to reduce the chances for irregularities.
• Monitors vendor payments, reducing occurrence of duplicate charges, charges not billable under contract, overpayment errors. Periodically audits contractor invoices.
• Assures good documentation of contract decisions, closeouts and appropriate filing of all documents.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Basic knowledge of contract administration principles, contracts and the application of contract administration including legal terms and conditions
• Ability to comprehend the applications of various types of insurance and taxes
• Ability to represent the Business and Eversource with assertive but tactful authority
• Ability to work with a matrix team of individuals having diverse disciplines and levels of experience relative to contract issues
• Ability to negotiate issues in a manner that achieves successful results
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn computer technology including Maximo, Word, Excel, Access PowerPoint or similar applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including formal presentations
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to initiate appropriate actions and to work independently
• Ability to maintain well organized and easily retrieved files

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, related discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of closely related contract administration is required

Compensation & Benefits

• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $88,250 - $98,060, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Emergency Response

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.