Facilities Contract Manager

Company: The J. Paul Getty Trust
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: June 29, 2025

Job Description:

Facilities Contract Manager US-CA-Los Angeles Job ID: 2025-4629Type: Regular Full-Time of Openings: 1Category: Facilities MaintenanceGetty Overview The Contracts Manager - Facilities Construction at Getty will oversee the review, drafting, and execution of construction-related contracts for Getty’s Facilities department. Reporting to the Head of Capital Projects, this role ensures compliance with institutional policies, California Public Contract Codes, and applicable regulations while assisting capital construction projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong construction contracts background, experience in construction accounting, and familiarity with various contract delivery methods. A legal or real estate background is preferred to enhance contract negotiation and risk management. Responsibilities Contract Development and Execution: Drafts, reviews, and executes construction contracts and agreements for various delivery methods (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build Projects, Construction Manager at Risk with Guaranteed Maximum Price, Collaborative Design-Build Projects,Maintenance Contracting), ensuring alignment with project goals and Getty policiesCompliance and Policy Guidance: Ensures contracts include language ensuring compliance with California Public Contract Codes, labor codes, and institutional guidelines, providing guidance to project teams on legal and regulatory requirementsContract Administration: Manages contract lifecycle from pre-award to close-out, including bid preparation, negotiation, change orders, and dispute resolution, while maintaining accurate documentationFinancial Oversight: Performs cost/price analysis, reviews contractor proposals, and leverages construction accounting expertise to mitigate financial risks and control project costsStakeholder Collaboration: Works closely with project managers, legal counsel, contractors, and Facilities team members to resolve issues, negotiate terms, and ensure project successRisk Management: Identifies and mitigates contractual risks, in partnership with Getty’s Office of Insurance and Risk Management, oversees insurance and bonding requirements, and manages claims to protect Getty’s interestsProcess Improvement: Develops and documents procedures to streamline contract administration and enhance efficiency within the Facilities team, while aligning with Getty’s overall policies regarding contracts, procurement, financial management, etc. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related fieldMinimum 5 years of experience in construction management or contract administration, with at least 2 years focused on construction contracts. Experience in job costing and percentage of completion knowledge is requiredApply Here PI274268998 Salary: . Date posted: 06/25/2025

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