Dawn McGuire
Lone Tree,CO
Summary
Strong Motivated Manager with experience in customer service and project management. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs. Highly detail oriented with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for providing superior customer service.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Contracts Manager
Kiewit Engineering Group Inc.
08.2023 - Current
- Draft, negotiate and manage all contracts for the West Region including awarded projects and project pursuits.
- Ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
- Establish strong relationships with internal and external partners, fostering trust and collaboration on future contractual engagements.
- Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to mitigate risks.
- Provide expert guidance to Project Design Managers on contract interpretation and application, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
- Develop and manage project contracts budgets.
- Manage schedules of multiple projects for on time submission of deliverables.
Senior Contracts Administrator
Kiewit Engineering Group Inc.
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Manage contract negotiation, administration and compliance for large-scale engineering projects.
- Oversee contract modifications, ensuring alignment with project requirements and company policies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve contractual issues and maximize project profitability.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subconsultants to facilitate effective communication and resolution of contractual issues.
- Mentor and train junior contract staff on contract management principles and procedures.
Freelance Consultant
Independent
03.2012 - 07.2021
- Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
- Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
Company Owner
Bottle Tag Company
07.2008 - 05.2011
- Created, developed and patented unique product designed to reduce waste and cross contamination.
- Worked with suppliers to design product mold, unique packaging and manufacturing standards.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Created vision and mission for company and developed marketing tools, product launch and packaging focused on achieving both.
- Managed all facets of company, including operations, sales, client and broker relations, packaging, shipping, accounting and customer service.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Consultant
William M. Mercer
11.1995 - 07.1997
- Renegotiated outsourcing contracts to save considerable costs.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize and implement marketing strategies.
- Performed strategic planning for large dental insurance companies.
- Designed dental plans and negotiated contracts for large clients to maximize savings while maintaining optimal coverage.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
- Implemented practices and procedures to reduce expenditures and increase savings.
Education
BBA - Accounting
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 08.1987 - 12.1990
Timeline
Contracts Manager
Kiewit Engineering Group Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Senior Contracts Administrator
Kiewit Engineering Group Inc.
09.2022 - 08.2023
Freelance Consultant
Independent
03.2012 - 07.2021
Company Owner
Bottle Tag Company
07.2008 - 05.2011
Consultant
William M. Mercer
11.1995 - 07.1997
BBA - Accounting
University of New Mexico
08.1987 - 12.1990
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