Administrator, Contracts - Universal Creative - UK Project at NBCUniversal

Bedford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Drafting, Contract Negotiation, JCT Contracts, NEC Contracts, Change Orders, Claims Administration, Document Control, Insurance Verification, Vendor Qualification, Project Management, Construction Experience, Legal Compliance, Risk Management, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Team Collaboration

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. At Universal Creative, we design, develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions, immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry. Our team members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas, our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together, we’re creating a Universe of fun, always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did. Job Description JOB SUMMARY Drafts, reviews, analyses, negotiates and processes contracts and related documents for all facility construction, A&E design, consultant, and similar services using the NEC and JCT library of contracts and other bespoke forms of agreement to ensure accuracy for operational/project teams in accordance with the contracts policies and procedures and all applicable Universal Creative systems. Work in conjunction with Legal, Risk Management, Project Management (PMO) and Finance departments. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (% of time) Assists with pre-qualification of bidders and securing of confidentiality agreements. Participates in the expressions of interest (EOI) phase, pre qualification questionnaires (PQQ), invitations to tender (ITTs), requests for proposals (RFPs), invitation for bid (IFBs) and routes for approvals before issuance to bidders. Includes preparation, review and issuance of addenda to bidders. Assists project team with bidder review and selection of successful bidder. Prepares appropriate form, including all addenda items, and assist with negotiation of Terms & Conditions in a form consistent with partnership policies and procedures - 20% Drafts NEC/JCT agreements, change orders, other bespoke forms of agreement for A&E, construction and consultant scopes of work. Verifies insurance coverage, vendor qualification, and prepares pre-construction agreements, novation agreement, and collateral warranties as required. Coordinates with successful bidder for execution of final contract - 40% Attends weekly/monthly project (construction, etc.) meetings. Prepares and issues contract change orders and other documentation in accordance with the form of agreement. Issues/maintains contract status reports for reporting to senior leadership. Maintains contract electronic files, document control, and retention of files. Monitors delay events, and similar claims - 20% Prepares and issues close out documentation. Assists with claims administration. Ensures compliance of contractual obligations and that partnership policies and procedures/internal controls are followed in all transaction related to this role - 20% Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY N/A ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Construction experience related to contracting in the JCT and NEC contracting forms highly desired. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Consistent attendance is a job requirement. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree required. EXPERIENCE Contract experience in drafting, analysing, amending and negotiating contracts required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience and knowledge of the JCT and NEC forms of contract is preferred. Excellent contract writing skills required. Writing sample required. Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Responsibilities

The Administrator, Contracts is responsible for drafting, reviewing, analyzing, negotiating, and processing contracts related to facility construction and design services. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.