District Change Order Specialist (Contract Specialist IV/V)- Austin District

Txdot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and forward-thinking organization is seeking a Contract Specialist IV/V to join their Austin District team. This role involves advanced contract duties, including developing, analyzing, and monitoring contracts, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract administration and a knack for problem-solving. Join a company that values work-life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work schedules and health premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

100% Health Premiums for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in contract administration or related fields.
• Strong understanding of applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and identify problems with contracts.
• Coordinate and monitor advanced funding agreements.
• Review and process contract changes and amendments.

Skills

Contract development and oversight

Contract negotiation

Data collection and analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Finance

Relevant work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Contract management software

Job description

Job Description - District Change Order Specialist (Contract Specialist IV/V)- Austin District (2501254)

Job Description

District Change Order Specialist (Contract Specialist IV/V)- Austin District - ( 2501254 )

Position Information

Bring your Talent to TxDOT!

TxDOT's Austin Districtis looking for aContract Specialist IV & V located inAustin, TX. This position performs advanced contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Salary Plan/Grade:

• Contract Specialist IV: B22 ($57,614.00 - $93,138.00/yearly)
• Contract Specialist V: B24 ($65,104.00 - $106,634.00/yearly)

Minimum Salary

: 57,614.00

Maximum Salary

: 106,634.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

: Austin District Headquarters 7901 NORTH IH 35 Austin 78753

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hours, Monday - Friday Location Flexibility : Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• 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 Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:Total Compensation Package
To viewbenefitsavailable to all State of Texas employees visit:Benefitsat a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

This position performs advanced contract duties to include developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, processing, ensuring applicable compliance, inspecting, implementing and monitoring contracts. Work requires extensive contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Responsibilities for a Contract Specialist IV & V include:

• Conducts audits, researches and identifies problems with proposals, contracts, contractors or lettings and proposessolutions.
• Coordinates, reviews, processes and monitors third party advanced funding agreements and supplemental agreements.
• Maintains, updates and compiles detailed data, reports, summaries, files, records, logs, statistics or specific contractsincluding procurement documents and revisions; writes routine and unique correspondence.
• Meets with project managers to identify objectives, needs and issues concerning project contracts.
• Reviews construction field changes and change order notices to determine if funding agreements or supplemental agreementsare required.
• Reviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements, time extensions, acceptance testing and consultant qualifications.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

Contract Specialist IV:

• 4 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.
• Contract Specialist V:
  • 5 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.

For All Levels :

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

The Competencies for a Contract Specialist IV & V include:

• Contract development and oversight.
• Contract negotiation, development and management methods.
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Applicable computer operating systems and relevant applications.
• Contract record-keeping.
• Writing, reviewing and revising documents to include engineering notes, specifications, standards and procedures.
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data.
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments.
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions thatsupport business objectives and goals.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.