Contract Administrator - Level 1

Company Overview:

Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear.  Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors.

Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Assist in all aspects of Contracts and Administration for the division.  Support Corporate Leadership in aspects of Risk Management, Bonding and Accounting.  Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Develop a knowledge base of project administration duties (subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, insurances, pay applications, lower tier waivers, etc.).
• Learn to effectively manage the administrative tasks of the prequalification process (plan room, master list tracking, prequalification forms).
• Collaborate with mentors to learn implementation and maintenance of safe working conditions and to ensure that team members are working to their highest efficiencies to meet project timelines.
• Coordinate employee personnel paperwork (expense reports, car allowances, vehicle mileage reports, drug tests, new employee paperwork).
• Perform clerical administrative duties as required.
• Provide ad hoc reports for senior level management as requested.

Minimum Qualifications & Training: 

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in the field of accounting or an equivalent combination of work experience preferred.
• 2 years of accounting experience.
• NC Driver License.

Tasks Essential to Job Functions:  

• Daily Commitment to Barnhill's values:
  • Commitment - Individual ownership to achieve team success
  • Family - Sense of belonging
  • Integrity - Uncompromising character that earns trust and respect
  • Learning and development - Investing in employees to enable their long-term success
  • Diversity - Open and adaptable to a changing world

• Computer Skills:
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • PowerPoint
  • Spectrum

• Personal Skills:
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to build strong working relationships.
  • Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and establish a proactive approach to Values Based Leadership.
  • Understanding of best practices.
  • High level of emotional intelligence.
  • Conflict management skills.
  • Open ended and probing questioning skills.

What We Offer:

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne (EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America

Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.