Contract Manager

We are seeking a skilled Contract Manager to support public-sector construction procurement activities throughout the contracting lifecycle. This role will manage assigned procurements from solicitation development and evaluation through contract award, administration, modification, and closeout.

The successful candidate will have direct owner-side or public-sector construction procurement experience and a strong understanding of construction contracting practices. Experience supporting airport programs and alternative project delivery methods, including CMAR and Design-Build, is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned construction procurements throughout all phases of the procurement process.

• Develop and administer solicitation packages, including RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs.

• Coordinate procurement schedules and support acquisition planning activities.

• Facilitate proposal evaluations and assist with source selection activities.

• Conduct negotiations with contractors and support contract award recommendations.

• Prepare procurement documentation, evaluation reports, contract files, and award packages.

• Administer awarded contracts and monitor contractor compliance with contract requirements.

• Process contract modifications, change orders, amendments, and closeout documentation.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, finance staff, legal counsel, and other stakeholders.

• Interpret procurement policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.

• Maintain procurement records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and agency policies.

• Assist with responding to procurement inquiries, audits, and documentation requests.

• Support continuous improvement efforts related to contracting and procurement operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Public Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

• 5+ years of public-sector or owner-side construction procurement experience.

• Experience supporting construction contracts through solicitation, award, administration, and closeout.

• Working knowledge of public procurement regulations, contracting processes, and contract administration practices.

• Experience supporting Design-Build, CMAR, or other alternative delivery procurements.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to analyze procurement requirements and recommend effective contracting solutions.

• Proficiency with contract administration systems and procurement documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Airport or aviation construction procurement experience.

• Experience supporting large public infrastructure or capital improvement programs.

• Professional procurement certification (CPPB, CPPO, CPCM, CCM, PMP, or similar).

• Familiarity with government procurement systems and public-sector contracting environments.

• Certification in Procurement by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC)

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