Description
COMPANY PROFILE
Caydon USA is the US division of Caydon Property Group, a leading Australian property developer. Caydon is driven by a passion to deliver places that set new standards in lifestyle offerings. Caydon cares about the longevity of our projects and aims to enrich and inspire those who live in and around our communities. With an established 20-year presence in the Australian market, Caydon’s US division has operated for 4 years and has a pipeline of projects across the US.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Caydon is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract Administrator to manage the processing, tracking and administration of contracts for the Company’s US projects, primarily focused on design, construction and marketing contracts. This role will report directly to the Company’s US General Counsel while working closely with the Caydon USA Development team.
LOCATION
The role will be based in Houston, Texas with very little travel required.
TIMING
Immediate
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical
- Direct approach to communications with stakeholders, both internal and external
- Ability to manage a fluid workflow and juggle multiple tasks
- Knowledgeable about contracts terms and provisions
- Able to represent/defend company’s interests throughout the contract process
EXPECTATIONS OF CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
- Draft contracts based upon Caydon document templates and details supplied by Caydon team members
- Respond to initial comments from other parties, assist with negotiations, and escalate issues internally where appropriate and in line with Caydon contract process
- Shepherd contracts through negotiation to completion, making sure appropriate Caydon stakeholders weigh in on matters prior to completion
- Follow-up with non-Caydon parties on draft responses and keep contracts progressing in a timely manner to execution
- Update/maintain Caydon contract tracking system for all contracts in negotiation process
- Obtain fully-executed copies of contracts and file in appropriate locations
- Maintain and ensure consistency with Caydon contract processes and policies
- Track and obtain insurance certificates and renewals from contracted parties
- Facilitate contract amendments and take on other tasks as needed
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree required. Paralegal training or certificate preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 3+ years contract administration experience
- Familiarity with contract terms for residential and mixed-use real estate developments
- Experienced in processing contracts relating to Design, Construction and Marketing of residential and mixed-use real estate developments
- Experience working with project teams of various backgrounds
COMPENSATION
Competitive base salary with bonus program
Health, Vision, & Dental benefits
Paid Time Off
401K program w/ company match
Employee housing discount in company properties
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