Contract Administrator I - Major Projects & Policy Liaison

Txdot; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-

Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program with Leave

Career Development and Advancement

Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Job summary

TxDOT’s Lubbock District seeks a Contract Administrator I in the Advanced Planning Office. The role focuses on overseeing complex contracts, negotiations, and compliance for high-dollar projects in a state agency setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with management, contractors, and legal teams; reviewing and approving contract terms; and leading junior staff while ensuring policy adherence and timely execution of agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business administration, finance, or related field.
• 6 years of contract administration/management experience.
• Valid driver’s license; CTM certification and auditing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal liaison between agency management, contractors, Legislature and customers.
• Review contracts for compliance with laws, regs and policies.
• Negotiate renewals and amendments.
• Oversee complex contracts: proposals, work orders, budgets, expenditures.
• Manage contract documents and educate stakeholders on terms.
• Administer complex agreements and contracts.
• Audit invoices for accuracy and compliance with terms.
• Research statutes and Department policies relating to contracts.
• Lead TxDOT staff and report workflow updates to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract management

Budget oversight

Regulatory compliance

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business administration, finance, or a related discipline

Job description

TxDOT’s Lubbock District seeks a Contract Administrator I in the Advanced Planning Office. The role focuses on overseeing complex contracts, negotiations, and compliance for high-dollar projects in a state agency setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with management, contractors, and legal teams; reviewing and approving contract terms; and leading junior staff while ensuring policy adherence and timely execution of agreements.