Contract Specialist - Sargent & Lundy

Description

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, where innovation meets integrity, diversity, and a commitment to quality. Our distinctive capabilities provide domestic and international clients and partners with a thoroughly reliable source of comprehensive expertise. Sargent & Lundy offers challenge, flexibility, competitive salaries and benefits.

We are currently seeking an experienced Contract Specialist!

The responsibilities for this Contract Specialist position include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and interpreting various client contract agreements including non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, and large engineering services contracts.
• Negotiating the terms and conditions within client contracts, non-disclosure agreements, joint venture agreements, etc.
• Working with clients in a professional manner.
• Establishing rapport and working relationships with high levels of management.
• Performing special assignments or projects as required.

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in our downtown Chicago office and working remotely from home. 

Qualifications

This position requires:

• Bachelor's degree, with a preference for a business, insurance, engineering, or law.
• 7+ years of experience with drafting and negotiating of legal contract terms and conditions.
• 7+ years of experience with contract reviews; including the interpretation and analyzation of concepts to align our corporate risk profile.
• Detail orientated, schedule driven, and well-organized with strong ability to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions.
• Ability to make educated judgement calls, solve problems, and take initiatives necessary to perform job functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, confidently, and professionally within all levels of the company regarding complex issues.
• Knowledgeable regarding corporate insurance programs within professional services, engineering, and/or construction industries.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of contractual matters.
• Team player and self-starter with ability to complete projects on schedule.
• Federal Government contracting knowledge is a plus.
• May be required to travel on an occasional basis.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award Winning Compensation & Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Awards & Recognition