Contract Coordinator

Role&Responsbility

- Organize and maintain case files, legal documents, and contract databases

- Monitor and follow up on the progress of legal proceedings & dispute related matter

- Draft concise internal reports and summaries of ongoing cases

- Draft or assist with drafting internal reports and case summaries

- Coordinate communication between internal teams and external law firms

- Identify and summarize key risks and deadlines with clarity and precision

- Analyze terms and conditions in various contracts in relation to construction

- Review bidding documents in the procurement process

- Support the legal team in process improvement and strategic planning related to construction law and contract

Qualification

- A proactive mindset with a desire for career growth in contract management and construction business sector

- The ability to quickly understand and adapt to unfamiliar fields and cultures

- Very strong verbal & written communication skills

- Ability to manage many competing tasks and to quickly triage by priority with minimal external input

- Minimum 2 years of experience in legal support, particularly within the construction or infrastructure sectors

- Familiarity with Texas construction laws and dispute resolution processes is highly preferred

- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Key Notes/Requirements

Preferred Qualification:

- Paralegal Certification or Certified Litigation Support Professional (CLSP)

- 5 years of experience in Construction, Civil litigation or Insurance Claims

- AAA (American Arbitration Association) arbitration experience

- Prior experience working within a large organization and project size

- Familiar with contracts issued by the American Institute of Architects (AIA)