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Capps Plumbing and Sewer, Inc. · 2 days ago

Contract Administration Mgr I (Procurement Lead)

Texas-AustinWork Locations

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$6,650/mo - $7,809.57/mo

6+ years exp

Capps Plumbing and Sewer, Inc. is a technology agency dedicated to providing secure and modern technology solutions for government entities in Texas. The role involves advanced contract administration work supporting the agency's Enterprise Procurement program, including coordinating large procurements and ensuring compliance with state procurement laws.

CommercialCustomer ServiceProperty ManagementResidential

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinates and executes the full lifecycle of Enterprise procurements on behalf of the Chief Procurement Office

Makes recommendations on improving existing departmental guidelines, policies, and procedures; develop schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving procurement program goals

Ensures compliance with State of Texas procurement laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedure

Oversees the distribution of bid invitations to vendors; reviews submitted proposals for administrative compliance

Oversees or prepares the scope of work, specifications, and conditions for new contracts; prepares contracts; leads negotiations; and awards new contracts

Serves as a resource to other Contract and Vendor Management staff on escalated issues of an unusual nature

Provides customer consultation, evaluates customer requirements, and advises in the development of contract specifications to achieve optimal balance between best value and cost savings; includes conducting customer work groups to gather input for use in developing RFO specifications

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Procurement processesContract negotiationState procurement lawsInformation technology procurementCertified Texas Contract DeveloperCertified Texas Contract ManagerAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkPresentation skillsProblem-solving

Required

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in business, public administration, accounting, management, or a related field

Six (6) years of experience in developing and implementing procurement-related processes, participating in, and developing solicitations, managing procurement projects, interacting with business units and legal counsel, and conducting vendor discussions

Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment if not already certified, unless otherwise approved by Supervisor

Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) must be obtained within one-year (1) of employment if not already certified, unless otherwise approved by Supervisor

Knowledge of State of Texas procurement laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of laws governing state purchasing and Historically Underutilized Business program participation

Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures, purchasing sources, prices, market factors, product characteristics and technical specifications

Skill in analyzing and interpreting trade publications, literature, and manufacturer's specifications

Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts and devise solutions to procurement challenges

Ability to prepare and/or make presentations to the agency's Board

Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal, and external customers

Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment

Ability to understand, follow, and convey brief oral and/or written instructions

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines

Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks

Ability to comply with all agency policies and applicable laws

Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards

Ability to maintain the security and integrity of any critical infrastructure researched, worked on, or accessed for work purposes

Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments e.g., word processing, spreadsheets (Microsoft Office preferred)

Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace

Criminal background check