Kittelson & Associates, Inc. · 15 hours ago
Contract Specialist
Kittelson & Associates is a leading transportation engineering and planning consulting firm that helps improve how people move around. They are seeking an experienced Contract Specialist or Paralegal with Architecture & Engineering or construction contract experience to provide temporary, on-call support during a staff leave.
Responsibilities
Review and analyze a variety of contract documents, including NDAs, teaming agreements, solicitations (RFP/RFQ/RFI), client agreements, subconsultant agreements, and requested revisions to internal contract templates
Apply Kittelson’s risk management standards and contract review metrics, adjusting review and negotiation strategies based on client requirements and applicable statutory law
Analyze solicitation documents to identify contractual requirements, restrictions, and opportunities for clarification or modification, including use of formal question periods
Support administrative staff with solicitation form assessments and completion
Research and interpret statutory requirements related to indemnification, defense, and liability obligations for design professionals
Redline contracts and draft clear, concise justifications for requested revisions
Apply knowledge of insurance coverages to contract review and risk analysis
Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders and external partners, including clients, prime consultants, and subconsultants
Qualification
Required
At least one year of contract review experience in the architecture and engineering or construction industry
Strong ability to interpret legal and contractual requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to established processes
Preferred
Experience reviewing public agency solicitations and professional services agreements
Familiarity with professional liability insurance concepts applicable to design professionals
Company
Kittelson & Associates, Inc.
Kittelson & Associates is a civil engineering company that provides transportation planning, engineering, and research services.