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Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your problem-solving and analysis skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, seeks a great Contract Administrator to join the team at our Sumner, WA office.

The Contract Administrator is responsible for collaborating with team members for the consultation, creation, and execution of contracts. This role is perfect for someone comfortable negotiating, and enjoys collaborating with company-wide teams, as well as vendors and subcontractors. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply!

Contract Development & Management
• Collaborate with team members on the process by which contracts are consolidated, created, and executed.
• Prepare subcontract agreements.
• Negotiate contract terms with internal and external business partners.
• Review and update existing contracts.

Compliance & Risk Management
• Submit and administer Prevailing Wage forms; monitor and enforce subcontractor Prevailing Wage requirements.
• Procure and administer various bonds, certificates of insurance, and company licenses.

Subcontractor & Stakeholder Coordination
• Onboard and vet construction and engineering subcontractors.
• Support and collaborate with internal business partners, departments, and Quanta West OPUs.

Administrative Support
• Perform record keeping, filing, copying, scanning, and other routine administrative tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Demonstrated excellent written/oral communication skills

• 2+ years of experience working with construction contracts

• Negotiation and Analytical Skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and Access)
• Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related
• Prior experience with construction contracts
• Knowledge of the utility industry

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.