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Contracts Administrator I Dennis Group - 3.1 Springfield, MA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $95,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Optimizing workflow processes Knowledge management Contract documentation review Managing legal databases Contract review Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Contract law compliance support Legal negotiation Bachelor's degree in finance Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Associate's degree in paralegal studies AI tools proficiency Associate's degree in Business Administration Legal risk management Associate's degree in finance Legal document sorting and filing Mid-level Legal experience Legal Studies 3 years Bachelor's degree in business administration Finance Contract drafting Continuous improvement Construction industry experience Compliance documentation Third-party risk management Organizational skills SharePoint Full Job Description Job Details Posting Details Posted on May 1, 2026 Locations Springfield, MA 01103,
USA On-site Travel Required:
No Pay or shift range: $75,000 USD to $95,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Legal Full-Time Requisition #:
CONTR001204
Description The Contracts Administrator is responsible for supporting the full contract lifecycle, from review and negotiation through execution. This role also manages insurance documentation, including certificates of insurance, to ensure contractual risk is mitigated and compliance requirements are met. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and insurance providers. The Contracts Administrator will be a member of a small, team-oriented legal department. Responsibilities Contract Administration Support contract lifecycle management, including coordinating and tracking reviews and negotiations. Prepare and administer contracts through execution, including agreements with owners, subcontractors, consultants and vendors, NDAs, and amendments. Coordinate contract execution by obtaining required approvals and signatures. Maintain organized and up‑to‑date contract repository files and databases. Maintain standard contract templates. Help ensure adherence to internal contracting policies and procedures. Support the department by receiving, handling and responding to questions and inquiries from project teams. Assist with audits, compliance reviews, and reporting as needed. Insurance & Risk Support Request, review, and track vendor certificates of insurance (COIs) to ensure contractual insurance requirements are met. Work with insurance broker to verify coverage types, limits, endorsements, and expiration dates. Follow up with vendors, subcontractors, and insurance brokers to resolve discrepancies or missing documentation. Maintain insurance tracking logs and documentation systems. Support pre-qualification of new vendors by ensuring contract and insurance compliance. Assist with process improvements related to contract management and insurance tracking. Maintain Legal SharePoint site by posting legal and risk management related resources, references and announcements. About You Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 3-5 years of experience in contract administration, legal operations, or related roles. Clear written and verbal communication. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with AI tools. Confidentiality and professionalism. Preferred Experience in construction or professional services. Paralegal experience or certificate a plus. Experience reviewing and tracking certificates of insurance or familiarity with insurance (general liability, workers' compensation, professional liability). About Us We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we've focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn't one thing we do, it's all we do. Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans. Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Travel Required No. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
