Assistant Contracts Manager - VSL - Chesapeake, VA

The Lane Construction Corp

Chesapeake, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Change Requests/Orders, Civil Infrastructure, Claims Processing, Climate Change, Construction, Contract Analysis, Contract Management, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, Legal, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Network Systems, Payment Processing, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Project Lifecycle, Reporting Skills, Sustainability, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Chesapeake, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Career Opportunities: Assistant Contracts Manager - VSL - Chesapeake, VA (11783)

Requisition ID 11783 - Posted 05/05/2026 - VSL-Overhead (5000) - Contract Management - Bachelor''s Degree

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Lane Construction is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.

Description

  • Interprets contract terms, conditions, and requirements for internal teams, ensuring alignment with project obligations.
  • Administers contracts throughout the project lifecycle, verifying owner compliance and addressing deviations.
  • Supports the preparation of project contractual/legal and financial entitlements, contractual correspondence and contractual notices as required.
  • Manages payment processing, including accurate interim and final submissions in accordance with contract terms.
  • Serves as the main point of contact for project teams regarding contract matters and support decision-making.
  • Coordinates with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure contractual alignment and performance.
  • Prepares reports and analyses on contract status, trends, and KPIs to inform management decisions.
  • Develops and negotiates variations, change orders, claims, and adjustments in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  • Provides mentorship and feedback to junior contract staff, supporting their growth and performance.
  • Participates in cross-functional initiatives and perform additional duties as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Legal Issue Spotting

Strategic Thinking

Building Responsibility

Claims

Results Orientation

Working for Inclusion

Influencing and Communicating

Decision Making

Contract Law

Critical Thinking

Contract Management

Organization

Problem Solving

Contract Administration

Writing

Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Lane Construction is one of America's leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country's transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.

Description

  • Interprets contract terms, conditions, and requirements for internal teams, ensuring alignment with project obligations.
  • Administers contracts throughout the project lifecycle, verifying owner compliance and addressing deviations.
  • Supports the preparation of project contractual/legal and financial entitlements, contractual correspondence and contractual notices as required.
  • Manages payment processing, including accurate interim and final submissions in accordance with contract terms.
  • Serves as the main point of contact for project teams regarding contract matters and support decision-making.
  • Coordinates with vendors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure contractual alignment and performance.
  • Prepares reports and analyses on contract status, trends, and KPIs to inform management decisions.
  • Develops and negotiates variations, change orders, claims, and adjustments in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  • Provides mentorship and feedback to junior contract staff, supporting their growth and performance.
  • Participates in cross-functional initiatives and perform additional duties as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Legal Issue Spotting

Strategic Thinking

Building Responsibility

Claims

Results Orientation

Working for Inclusion

Influencing and Communicating

Decision Making

Contract Law

Critical Thinking

Contract Management

Organization

Problem Solving

Contract Administration

Writing

Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

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The Lane Construction Corp

Why Lane?

What separates us from others? The answer is simple…over 120 years of providing the finest quality projects in the nation through honest and dedicated workmanship while providing a safe work environment for our employees and business associates. Among our peers, Lane is noted for safety, dependability, performance and quality of workmanship. That’s a tough combination to beat considering that we have been doing it longer than most!

We are the kind of construction firm that gives the industry high marks for community responsibility and involvement. At Lane we recognize our responsibility to support the communities where we live and work, and to be a good neighbor. Lane provides support in the form of donations of materials and services to organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America, Community Fire Departments, Little Leagues, Recreation and Community Associations, Schools and others. Our employees know the importance of civic and community involvement and how it reflects on the integrity of the company.

Our company is committed to operating and conducting business in an environmentally responsible way. This responsibility of environmental stewardship rests with every level of the company, from management to trade workers and everyone in between. We are totally committed to maintaining a clean, healthy environment while continually improving environmental performance and preventing pollution. We believe this commitment is both good business and a benefit to our employees, their families, our customers and the communities we serve. The commitment is a primary objective of management and all employees.

Visit our website to learn more! http://www.laneconstruct.com/Home

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Construction
FOUNDED
1890
WEBSITE
http://www.laneconstruct.com/Home