Contract Specialist - Contract

Simplex.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Government Agency in Austin, Texas is seeking a Contract Specialist to join a small team on a contract basis. This on-site role requires based in Austin or ability to commute, Monday through Friday.

You will develop solicitations, negotiate contracts, coordinate meetings, monitor performance, and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong writing, negotiation and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to interpret regulations and provide guidance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in contract development, management, or evaluation.
• Strong knowledge of procurement/contract management law, policies, and best practices.
• Skilled in negotiation, bid evaluation, written/verbal communication, and record-keeping.
• Ability to interpret regulations, exercise independent judgment, and resolve problems proactively.

Responsibilities

• Develop solicitations, contracts, and amendments; evaluate bidder information.
• Coordinate and facilitate procurement meetings (kick-offs, pre-proposal, post-award, evaluations).
• Coordinate contract negotiations and recommend annual awards.
• Prepare bid specifications.
• Investigate and resolve non-compliance issues; recommend contract cancellation/termination when needed.
• Monitor contract performance, billings, and fiscal data for policy compliance.
• Track legal/regulatory requirements and perform quality control reviews.
• Provide training and technical guidance on contract policies and procedures.
• Coordinate risk assessment and audit processes for contract monitoring.
• Evaluate expenditure data and project fund usage.
• Prepare and present reports to management.

Skills

Negotiation

Bid evaluation

Record-keeping

Regulatory interpretation

Independent judgment

Written/verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

We are working with a successful Government Agency in Austin, Texas, to find a Contract Specialist to join a small team. This is a contract position. You must be based in Austin or able to commute to Austin. This position is on-site Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Develop solicitations, contracts, and amendments; evaluate bidder information
• Coordinate and facilitate procurement meetings (kick-offs, pre-proposal, post-award, evaluations)
• Coordinate contract negotiations and recommend annual awards
• Prepare bid specifications
• Investigate and resolve non-compliance issues; recommend contract cancellation/termination when needed
• Monitor contract performance, billings, and fiscal data for policy compliance
• Track legal/regulatory requirements and perform quality control reviews
• Provide training and technical guidance on contract policies and procedures
• Coordinate risk assessment and audit processes for contract monitoring
• Evaluate expenditure data and project fund usage
• Prepare and present reports to management

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in contract development, management, or evaluation (education may substitute year-for-year)
• Strong knowledge of procurement/contract management law, policies, and best practices
• Skilled in negotiation, bid evaluation, written/verbal communication, and record-keeping
• Ability to interpret regulations, exercise independent judgment, and resolve problems proactively
• Valid driver's license (or ability to obtain one within 90 days)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, finance, accounting, supply chain management, or related field
• CTCD or CTPM certification
• Prior government agency experience (local/state/federal)