Construction Contract Assistant

We are currently seeking a Contract Assistant for our Data Center Group in Chicago, IL. This role will require some travel to the job site in Mount Pleasant, WI.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who rewardhard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate issuance of contracts for regional projects.
• Communicates with project staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and manager regarding contract status/issues and maintains contract files.
• Identifies, interprets, and analyzes discrepancies in relevant records and documents.
• Ensures that contract required documents, such as signed subcontracts, service agreements, purchase orders, change orders, bonds, certificates of insurance, EEO policies, health and safety plans, and all required owner paperwork have been received and processed.
• Performs legal research as needed.
• Provides general administrative support; duties may include following:
• Data entry and reporting; document preparation
• Processing invoices, check requests or other departmental paperwork
• Maintenance of SharePoint sites and/or a document library
• Meeting coordination and other coordination efforts to ensure department efficiency
• Other administrative duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree required; Paralegal license is a plus
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Strong computer skills required, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
• Strong follow up skills with solid time management skills, work well with time constraints, multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills and attention-to-detail are essential
• Employee is expected to work in Corporate office at minimum 40 hours a week
• Position is based in Chicago, IL however assignment may require some travel to jobsites in Mt Pleasant, WI
• Salary Range: $25.39/hr - $38.09/hr

Division: Building

Job Category: Administration

Job Type: Full_time

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran